Ricoh GR Digital III vs Samsung NX1

Its time to look more in depth at the Ricoh GR Digital III versus Samsung NX1, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the GR Digital III (10MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the GR Digital III (1/1.7") and NX1 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The GR Digital III was brought out 6 years earlier than the NX1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR Digital III being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the GR Digital III scores vs the NX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR Digital III & Samsung NX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery & Samsung NX1 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR Digital III features physical measurements of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1 has sizing of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR Digital III versus Samsung NX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the GR Digital III compared to the NX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR Digital III and NX1 is 92 and 66 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The image here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR Digital III and NX1.

All in all, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GR Digital III due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX1 will produce extra detail having its extra 18MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged GR Digital III will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.