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Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200

Portability
89
Imaging
59
Features
55
Overall
57
Ricoh GR II front
 
Samsung NX200 front
Portability
90
Imaging
61
Features
57
Overall
59

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200 Key Specs

Ricoh GR II
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 25600
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28mm (F2.8-16.0) lens
  • 251g - 117 x 63 x 35mm
  • Released June 2015
  • Old Model is Ricoh GR
Samsung NX200
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 12800
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Samsung NX Mount
  • 223g - 117 x 63 x 36mm
  • Announced February 2012
  • Replaced the Samsung NX100
  • Later Model is Samsung NX210
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Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200 Overview

Following is a detailed overview of the Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the NX200 (20MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The GR II was introduced 3 years after the NX200 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the GR II scores vs the NX200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GR II over the Samsung NX200

 GR II NX200 
AnnouncedJune 2015February 2012More modern by 41 months
Screen resolution1230k614kSharper screen (+616k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung NX200 over the Ricoh GR II

 NX200 GR II 

Common features in the Ricoh GR II and Samsung NX200

 GR II NX200 
Manually focus Dial precise focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen measurements
Selfie screen Neither has selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR II has physical measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") along with a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX200 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the GR II compared to the NX200.

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200 size comparison

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GR II and NX200 is 89 and 90 respectively.

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200 Sensor Comparison

Usually, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specs. The image below will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GR II and NX200.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX200 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher GR II provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200 sensor size comparison

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh GR II Portrait photography details
Samsung NX200 Portrait photography details
75
you can focus manually
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes face detection focus
supports RAW formats
76
you can focus manually
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
comes with face detection autofocus
exports RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh GR II Street photography info
Samsung NX200 Street photography info
74
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
lighter than competitors in class (251g)
great ISO range (25,600)
no moving screen
does not have image stabilization
73
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
lighter than others (223 grams)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh GR II as a Sports photography camera
Samsung NX200 as a Sports photography camera
50
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
can't change focal length (28mm)
slow fps (4.0 frames/s)
does not have image stabilization
lack of phase detect auto focus
55
decent megapixels (20 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
no image stabilization
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh GR II
Travel photography with Samsung NX200
67
lighter than competitors in class (251 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
68
lighter than others (223 grams)
decent megapixels (20MP)
missing Timelapse recording
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GR II Landscape photography information
Samsung NX200 Landscape photography information
59
you can focus manually
decent sized screen (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
great ISO range (25,600)
supports RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
does not have image stabilization
lack of Time Lapse recording
70
you can focus manually
swap lenses (Samsung NX mount)
screen size is good (3")
decent megapixels (20MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
exports RAW files
no image stabilization
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GR II Vlogging details
Samsung NX200 Vlogging details
32
includes face detection focus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competitors in class (251g)
slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
screen is not selfie friendly
does not have image stabilization
lack of external mic support
34
comes with face detection autofocus
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 resolution)
lighter than others (223 grams)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
missing external microphone jack
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Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX200 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GR II and Samsung NX200
 Ricoh GR IISamsung NX200
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Samsung
Model Ricoh GR II Samsung NX200
Category Large Sensor Compact Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2015-06-17 2012-02-28
Body design Large Sensor Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by GR Engine V -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.7 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 372.1mm² 369.0mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 20 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4928 x 3264 5472 x 3648
Max native ISO 25600 12800
Minimum native ISO 100 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 9 15
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens Samsung NX
Lens focal range 28mm (1x) -
Highest aperture f/2.8-16.0 -
Macro focus distance 10cm -
Number of lenses - 32
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 3"
Screen resolution 1,230k dot 614k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Screen tech - Active Matrix OLED screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Optical (optional) Electronic (optional)
Features
Lowest shutter speed 300 secs 30 secs
Highest shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/4000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 4.0 frames/s 7.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 3.00 m (at Auto ISO) no built-in flash
Flash options Auto, Flash On, Flash Synchro., Manual Flash, Red-Eye Flash Auto, Red-Eye Flash On, Red-Eye Flash Synchro, Wireless Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Highest flash sync - 1/180 secs
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p, 24p) 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1920x1080
Video format MPEG-4, H.264 MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 251g (0.55 lbs) 223g (0.49 lbs)
Dimensions 117 x 63 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") 117 x 63 x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4")
DXO scores
DXO All around score 80 69
DXO Color Depth score 23.6 22.6
DXO Dynamic range score 13.7 12.6
DXO Low light score 1078 618
Other
Battery life 320 shots 330 shots
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model DB-65 BC1030
Self timer Yes Yes (2 sec to 30 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC/SDXC
Storage slots Single Single
Launch pricing $599 $818