Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX mini

Lets look closer at the Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX mini, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the GR II (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the GR II (APS-C) and NX mini (1") offer different sensor measurements.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The GR II was brought out 16 months later than the NX mini which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GR II scores against the NX mini in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR II and Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR II has got physical measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") and a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX mini in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the GR II versus the NX mini.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR II and NX mini is 89 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GR II and NX mini.

All in all, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GR II due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung NX mini will provide greater detail having its extra 4.5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The fresher GR II provides an edge in sensor tech.