Ricoh GR III vs Samsung NX30

In this article, we will be evaluating the Ricoh GR III vs Samsung NX30, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GR III (24MP) and the NX30 (20MP) is pretty comparable and they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The GR III was released 4 years later than the NX30 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GR III grades vs the NX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR III & Samsung NX30. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR III Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR III has got outer measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs) while the Samsung NX30 has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the GR III against the NX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GR III and NX30 is 90 and 75 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The photograph below will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR III and NX30.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Ricoh GR III to show greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent GR III should have an edge in sensor tech.