Ricoh GR II vs Samsung GX-20

Here, we are looking at the Ricoh GR II versus Samsung GX-20, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GR II was revealed 7 years later than the GX-20 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the GR II grades versus the GX-20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR II and Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR II provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Check the Ricoh GR II versus Samsung GX-20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the GR II compared to the GX-20.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GR II and GX-20 is 89 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out technical specs. The photograph below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR II and GX-20.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Ricoh GR II to show greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The newer GR II is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.