Ricoh GR III vs Samsung NX300M

Here, we are comparing the Ricoh GR III vs Samsung NX300M, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR III (24MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GR III was introduced 5 years after the NX300M which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR III being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the GR III grades versus the NX300M in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR III and Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GR III Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh GR III has outer measurements of 109mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 257 grams (0.57 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Check the Ricoh GR III vs Samsung NX300M in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GR III compared to the NX300M.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR III and NX300M is 90 and 86 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through technical specs. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GR III and NX300M.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh GR III to resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent GR III will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.