Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX30

In this article, we will be analyzing the Ricoh GR II versus Samsung NX30, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is pretty close and they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GR II was introduced 18 months later than the NX30 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the GR II grades vs the NX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR II & Samsung NX30. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR II Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR II offers outer measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 251 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has proportions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR II versus Samsung NX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the GR II compared to the NX30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GR II and NX30 is 89 and 75 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GR II and NX30.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung NX30 to render extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger GR II will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.