Ricoh G900 vs Samsung NX30

Lets take a more detailed look at the Ricoh G900 and Samsung NX30, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the G900 (20MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is relatively close but the G900 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G900 was released 4 years later than the NX30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh G900 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the G900 scores vs the NX30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh G900 & Samsung NX30. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh G900 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh G900 comes with physical measurements of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh G900 and Samsung NX30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the G900 and the NX30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G900 and NX30 is 89 and 75 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the G900 and NX30.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The G900 features the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallower DOF tougher. The more modern G900 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.