Ricoh GR vs Samsung GX-1L

Below, we will be matching up the Ricoh GR versus Samsung GX-1L, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the GR (16MP) and GX-1L (6MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The GR was introduced 7 years after the GX-1L which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the GR scores vs the GX-1L in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR & Samsung GX-1L. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GR Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GR offers outer dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1L has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR versus Samsung GX-1L in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the GR and the GX-1L.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR and GX-1L is 90 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GR and GX-1L.

As you can see, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You can count on the Ricoh GR to show greater detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher GR provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.