Ricoh GR vs Samsung ST93

On this page, we are comparing the Ricoh GR and Samsung ST93, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GR (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is very similar but the GR (APS-C) and ST93 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The GR was revealed 2 years later than the ST93 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the GR matches up versus the ST93 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR & Samsung ST93. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR has outer measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check the Ricoh GR and Samsung ST93 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the GR and the ST93.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR and ST93 is 90 and 97 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR and ST93.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have the same megapixels but different sensor sizing. The GR contains the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The fresher GR provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.