Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Samsung GX-1S

On this page, we will be analyzing the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Samsung GX-1S, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the image resolutions of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and GX-1S (6MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was revealed 6 years later than the GX-1S and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these 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 GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 scores versus the GX-1S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 & Samsung GX-1S. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery & Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 enjoys outside dimensions of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Samsung GX-1S has specifications of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Samsung GX-1S in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and the GX-1S.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and GX-1S is 69 and 68 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and GX-1S.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 to show more detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 provides an edge in sensor tech.