Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB30F
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Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB30F 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
- Revealed April 2013
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- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.1-6.3) lens
- 128g - 98 x 58 x 17mm
- Announced January 2013
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Below, we will be comparing the Ricoh GR versus Samsung WB30F, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GR (16MP) and the WB30F (16MP) is pretty comparable but the GR (APS-C) and WB30F (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe GR was announced 4 months after the WB30F and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung WB30F being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick overview of how the GR grades vs the WB30F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR and Samsung WB30F. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Samsung WB30F
| GR | WB30F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB30F over the Ricoh GR
| WB30F | GR |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh GR and Samsung WB30F
| GR | WB30F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | April 2013 |  | January 2013 | Same generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Missing Touch screen |
Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB30F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR comes with physical dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).
Check the Ricoh GR versus Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the GR vs the WB30F.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR and WB30F is 90 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB30F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The picture here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GR and WB30F.
Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The GR features the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult.
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Ricoh GR vs Samsung WB30F Specifications
| Ricoh GR | Samsung WB30F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh GR | Samsung WB30F |
| Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2013-04-17 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 372.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.1-6.3 |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 1,230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Display technology | TFT LCD | QVGA 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 rate | 4.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/4000 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 (30, 15fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 245 gr (0.54 lb) | 128 gr (0.28 lb) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 98 x 58 x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 78 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 972 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 290 images | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | DB65 | - |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $971 | $180 |
