Ricoh GR vs Samsung NX20

Following is a complete comparison of the Ricoh GR vs Samsung NX20, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GR (16MP) and the NX20 (20MP) is very comparable and both cameras have the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The GR was launched 13 months after the NX20 making them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the GR matches up against the NX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GR and Samsung NX20. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh GR features physical measurements of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) and the Samsung NX20 has specifications of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the GR versus the NX20.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GR and NX20 is 90 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through specifications. The picture underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GR and NX20.

To sum up, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung NX20 to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger GR should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.