Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung HZ10W

Here, we will be evaluating the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Samsung HZ10W, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is pretty well matched but the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and HZ10W (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

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The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was launched 11 months later than the HZ10W and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung HZ10W being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a quick overview of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC scores against the HZ10W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung HZ10W. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery and Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC enjoys physical measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) and the Samsung HZ10W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Samsung HZ10W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs the HZ10W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and HZ10W is 85 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reading through specs. The photograph underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and HZ10W.

All in all, the two cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor measurements. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has got the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The newer GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.