Ricoh GR vs Samsung NX300

Below is a extended review of the Ricoh GR and Samsung NX300, former being a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GR (16MP) and the NX300 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The GR was brought out 7 months earlier than the NX300 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the GR grades versus the NX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GR & Samsung NX300. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh GR Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh GR provides external measurements 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 NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the GR versus the NX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GR and NX300 is 90 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by viewing specs. The graphic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GR and NX300.

All in all, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Samsung NX300 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older GR will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.