Ricoh GR Digital IV vs Samsung NX2000

Below, we are reviewing the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung NX2000, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the GR Digital IV (10MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the GR Digital IV (1/1.7") and NX2000 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizes.

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The GR Digital IV was introduced 3 years before the NX2000 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GR Digital IV being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the GR Digital IV matches up vs the NX2000 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Digital IV Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR Digital IV has got exterior dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GR Digital IV and Samsung NX2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the GR Digital IV and the NX2000.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR Digital IV and NX2000 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GR Digital IV and NX2000.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GR Digital IV with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX2000 will offer you more detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The older GR Digital IV is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.