Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB210
90 Imaging
57 Features
54 Overall
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94 Imaging
37 Features
45 Overall
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Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB210 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Newer Model is Ricoh GR II
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 3200)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-288mm (F2.9-5.9) lens
- 174g - 101 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched July 2011

Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB210 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Ricoh GR versus Samsung WB210, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GR (16MP) and the WB210 (14MP) is fairly comparable but the GR (APS-C) and WB210 (1/2.3") come with different sensor size.

The GR was introduced 22 months after the WB210 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung WB210 being a Compact camera.
Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GR matches up vs the WB210 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB210 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR & Samsung WB210. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery & Samsung WB210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Samsung WB210
GR | WB210 | |||
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Launched | April 2013 | ![]() | July 2011 | Newer by 22 months |
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 1k | Crisper display (+1229k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB210 over the Ricoh GR
WB210 | GR | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimension | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh GR and Samsung WB210
GR | WB210 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen |
Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR features outside measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB210 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 174 grams (0.38 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh GR versus Samsung WB210 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the GR against the WB210.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the GR and WB210 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB210 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specs. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GR and WB210.
All in all, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GR with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh GR will provide greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The fresher GR should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB210 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB210 Specifications
Ricoh GR | Samsung WB210 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh GR | Samsung WB210 |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-04-17 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 14MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28mm (1x) | 24-288mm (12.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8 | f/2.9-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,230 thousand dot | 1 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 300 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/4000 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 245 grams (0.54 pounds) | 174 grams (0.38 pounds) |
Dimensions | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 101 x 59 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 972 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB65 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC | microSC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $971 | $279 |