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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL620

Portability
85 Imaging
34 Features
44 Overall
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC front
 
Samsung SL620 front
Portability
94 Imaging
35 Features
13 Overall
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL620 Key Specs

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
(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
Samsung SL620
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 1600
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 35-175mm (F2.8-5.7) lens
  • 168g - 92 x 61 x 23mm
  • Announced February 2009
  • Alternative Name is PL65
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL620 Overview

Below, we will be reviewing the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Samsung SL620, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is relatively similar but the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and SL620 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was launched 14 months after the SL620 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SL620 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC scores versus the SL620 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Samsung SL620

		

		

			
 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC SL620 
AnnouncedMarch 2010February 2009More modern by 14 months
Manual focus  Very accurate focusing
Screen dimension3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Samsung SL620 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

		

		

			
 SL620 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung SL620

		

		

			
 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC SL620 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen  Neither has selfie screen
Touch screen  Neither has Touch screen
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL620 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
When you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has physical dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung SL620 has dimensions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC compared to the SL620.
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL620 size comparison
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and SL620 is 85 and 94 respectively.
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL620 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL620 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and SL620.
As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Samsung SL620 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
	
			Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL620 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL620 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL620 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Portrait photography factors
Samsung SL620 Portrait photography factors
36
 has manual focus
 delivers RAW formats
 no liveview feature
 megapixel count low (10MP)
 sensor  is small (1/1.7")
26
 comes with face detect autofocus
 lack of manual focus
 no manual control
 external flash not possible
 low megapixels (12MP)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 lack of RAW format
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Street Comparison
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Street photography factors
Samsung SL620 Street photography factors
65
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 delivers RAW formats
 lighter than competition in class (355g)
 no moving screen
 sensor  is small (1/1.7")
47
 no articulating screen
 does not have image stabilization
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 lack of RAW format
 more heavy than average (168 grams)
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Sports Comparison
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sports photography factors
Samsung SL620 Sports photography factors
25
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 no liveview feature
 max frames per second very slow (2.0 frames per second)
 megapixel count low (10MP)
 sensor  is small (1/1.7")
 lack of phase detect AF
17
 no shutter priority
 does not have image stabilization
 low megapixels (12 megapixels)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Travel photography info
Samsung SL620 Travel photography info
60
 lighter than competition in class (355g)
 built-in flash
 pretty wide (24mm)
 megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
50
 has built in flash
 missing Timelapse function
 more heavy than average (168g)
 low megapixels (12 megapixels)
 does not offer selfie friendly screen
 wide angle not good (35mm)
 sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Landscape photography advice
Samsung SL620 Landscape photography advice
47
 has manual focus
 pretty wide (24mm)
 screen size is good (3 inch)
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 delivers RAW formats
 lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
 sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
 no liveview feature
 megapixel count low (10 megapixels)
 sensor  is small (1/1.7")
23
 lack of manual focus
 cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
 wide angle not good (35mm)
 sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
 screen is somewhat small (2.7")
 no manual control
 does not have image stabilization
 low megapixels (12 megapixels)
 tiny sensor (1/2.3")
 lack of RAW format
 missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Vlogging advice
Samsung SL620 Vlogging advice
28
 pretty wide (24mm)
 has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
 lighter than competition in class (355 grams)
 sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
 screen is not selfie friendly
 video res low (640 x 480 pxls)
 doesn't have external microphone socket
24
 comes with face detect autofocus
 wide angle not good (35mm)
 sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
 does not offer selfie friendly screen
 does not have image stabilization
 low res video (640 x 480 pixels)
 missing microphone support
 more heavy than average (168g)
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL620 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung SL620
 Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VCSamsung SL620
General Information
Make Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Samsung SL620
Also called - PL65
Type Advanced Mirrorless Ultracompact
Released 2010-03-18 2009-02-17
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Smooth Imaging Engine IV -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/1.7" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 7.44 x 5.58mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 41.5mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9 -
Max resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 1600
Lowest native ISO 100 80
RAW files    
Autofocusing
Manual focus    
AF touch    
Continuous AF    
Single AF    
AF tracking    
Selective AF    
Center weighted AF    
AF multi area    
AF live view    
Face detection AF    
Contract detection AF    
Phase detection AF    
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 24-72mm (3.0x) 35-175mm (5.0x)
Highest aperture f/2.5-4.4 f/2.8-5.7
Macro focus distance 1cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 4.8 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 2.7 inches
Screen resolution 920 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch display    
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 rate 2.0fps -
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Expose Manually    
Exposure compensation Yes -
Custom WB    
Image stabilization    
Integrated flash    
Flash range 4.50 m 4.60 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual Auto, On, Off, Auto & Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync, Fill-in Flash, Flash Off, Red-Eye Fix
Hot shoe    
Auto exposure bracketing    
White balance bracketing    
Exposure
Multisegment metering    
Average metering    
Spot metering    
Partial metering    
AF area metering    
Center weighted metering    
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 800 x 592 (20 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps)
Max video resolution 640x480 640x480
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support    
Headphone support    
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing    
Water proof    
Dust proof    
Shock proof    
Crush proof    
Freeze proof    
Weight 355 gr (0.78 pounds) 168 gr (0.37 pounds)
Dimensions 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") 92 x 61 x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 410 images -
Type of battery Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) Yes
Time lapse feature    
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Cost at release $349 $200