Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung PL170
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
- 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
- Released March 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
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The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung PL170, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and PL170 (16MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and PL170 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was launched 9 months prior to the PL170 and they are of a similar age. Both of 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 PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC scores versus the PL170 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung PL170 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC & Samsung PL170. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Samsung PL170
| GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | PL170 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
| PL170 | GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2011 |  | March 2010 | Newer by 9 months |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung PL170
| GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | PL170 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC offers physical dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Check the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung PL170 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus the PL170.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and PL170 is 85 and 99 respectively.
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and PL170.
As you can see, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Samsung PL170 will give more detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung PL170 Specifications
| Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Samsung PL170 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Samsung PL170 |
| Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2010-03-18 | 2011-01-05 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | () |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.5-4.4 | - |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 180 secs | 8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.50 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 355g (0.78 lb) | - |
| Physical dimensions | 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 410 photographs | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) | - |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $349 | $175 |
