Ricoh GR vs Samsung NX2000

Let's look a little more closely at the Ricoh GR and Samsung NX2000, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GR (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is fairly similar and they use the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GR was brought out 7 months before the NX2000 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GR grades vs the NX2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR and Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh GR comes with physical dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Samsung NX2000 has specifications of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GR and Samsung NX2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the GR compared to the NX2000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GR and NX2000 is 90 and 89 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GR and NX2000.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung NX2000 to deliver more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older GR is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.