Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Samsung EX2F

Here is a in depth overview of the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Samsung EX2F, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) and EX2F (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was revealed 10 months prior to the EX2F so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summary of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 grades versus the EX2F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 offers outer measurements of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Samsung EX2F has proportions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Samsung EX2F in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs the EX2F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and EX2F is 69 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and EX2F.

Clearly, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 will deliver extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.