Ricoh GR II vs Samsung NX300M

Here, we will be contrasting the Ricoh GR II and Samsung NX300M, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR II (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GR II was introduced 2 years after the NX300M which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR II being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GR II matches up versus the NX300M with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR II and Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR II Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GR II comes with outside 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) and the Samsung NX300M has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GR II and Samsung NX300M in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GR II compared to the NX300M.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR II and NX300M is 89 and 86 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The image below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR II and NX300M.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Samsung NX300M to render more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more recent GR II provides an advantage in sensor technology.