Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL820
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL820 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
- 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
- Revealed March 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.4-5.8) lens
- 168g - 95 x 59 x 23mm
- Launched February 2009
- Also Known as IT100

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL820 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL820, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and the SL820 (12MP) is pretty close but the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and SL820 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was introduced 14 months later than the SL820 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these 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 SL820 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick view of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC matches up versus the SL820 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL820 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung SL820. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery and Samsung SL820 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Samsung SL820
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | SL820 | |||
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Launched | March 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 14 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung SL820 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
SL820 | GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC |
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Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung SL820
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | SL820 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Lacking Touch screen |
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL820 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC enjoys outer dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL820 has dimensions of 95mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL820 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC against the SL820.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and SL820 is 85 and 94 respectively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL820 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and SL820.
As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung SL820 will render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung SL820 Specifications
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Samsung SL820 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Samsung SL820 |
Otherwise known as | - | IT100 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2010-03-18 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | 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 area | 41.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-4.4 | f/3.4-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 180 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1500 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 4.50 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 | ||
AEB | ||
White balance 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 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 355 gr (0.78 pounds) | 168 gr (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 95 x 59 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
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 pictures | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $349 | $280 |