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Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung DV300F

Portability
77
Imaging
52
Features
31
Overall
43
Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro front
 
Samsung DV300F front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
33
Overall
36

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 50mm (F2.5) lens
  • 453g - 114 x 70 x 77mm
  • Released November 2009
Samsung DV300F
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
  • 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2012
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Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung DV300F Overview

Its time to look much closer at the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and Samsung DV300F, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) and DV300F (16MP) and the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (APS-C) and DV300F (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro was introduced 3 years earlier than the DV300F which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung DV300F being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro scores versus the DV300F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro over the Samsung DV300F

 GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro DV300F 
Manual focus More precise focus
Display resolution920k460kClearer display (+460k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro

 DV300F GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro 
LaunchedJanuary 2012November 2009Newer by 26 months

Common features in the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and Samsung DV300F

 GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro DV300F 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions3"3"Equal display measurement
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch display Neither features Touch display

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro enjoys external measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and Samsung DV300F in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro against the DV300F.

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung DV300F size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and DV300F is 77 and 96 respectively.

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung DV300F top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison

Typically, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The image underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and DV300F.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro having a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Samsung DV300F will offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung DV300F sensor size comparison

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung DV300F Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro
Portrait photography with Samsung DV300F
55
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
MP count low (12 megapixels)
34
good resolution (16MP)
includes face detection focus
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro
Street photography with Samsung DV300F
62
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
63
has image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competitors in class (133 grams)
no moving screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Sports photography highlights
Samsung DV300F Sports photography highlights
32
nice sensor size (APS-C)
can't change focal length (50mm)
doesn't have liveview
slow fps (3.0 frames/s)
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
terrible battery power (320 CIPA)
lacks phase detect auto focus
44
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
includes tracking autofocus
no shutter priority
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Travel photography features
Samsung DV300F Travel photography features
49
built-in flash
terrible battery power (320 per charge)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
69
lighter than competitors in class (133 grams)
good resolution (16MP)
built-in flash
decently wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Landscape photography info
Samsung DV300F Landscape photography info
46
you can focus manually
nice screen size (3")
nice sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (50mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
doesn't have liveview
lack of image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
terrible battery power (320 CIPA)
43
decently wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
good resolution (16MP)
lack of manual focus
can't change lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
manual mode not available
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
no RAW format
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Vlogging information
Samsung DV300F Vlogging information
20
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no mic socket
33
decently wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
lighter than competitors in class (133 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic socket
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Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung DV300F Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and Samsung DV300F
 Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 MacroSamsung DV300F
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Samsung
Model type Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Samsung DV300F
Category Advanced Mirrorless Small Sensor Compact
Released 2009-11-10 2012-01-02
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by GR engine III -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.7mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 370.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4288 x 2848 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 200 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect focus
Contract detect focus
Phase detect focus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 50mm (1x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.5 f/2.5-6.3
Macro focusing range 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Resolution of display 920k dots 460k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch friendly
Display technology - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 180 secs 16 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/3200 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames per second -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 3.00 m 4.10 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 453 grams (1.00 lbs) 133 grams (0.29 lbs)
Physical dimensions 114 x 70 x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 320 photos -
Battery type Battery Pack -
Battery ID - BP88
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $566 $200