Ricoh GR vs Samsung NX mini

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Ricoh GR and Samsung NX mini, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the GR (16MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the GR (APS-C) and NX mini (1") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GR was announced 11 months before the NX mini so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GR scores against the NX mini with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GR & Samsung NX mini. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery & Samsung NX mini Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR features external dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GR and Samsung NX mini in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the GR vs the NX mini.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GR and NX mini is 90 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The pic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GR and NX mini.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GR with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung NX mini will deliver greater detail with its extra 4.5MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged GR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.