Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX10
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
- 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
- Revealed March 2010
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Revealed April 2010
- Later Model is Samsung NX11

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX10 Overview
Here, we are matching up the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX10, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and NX10 (15MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and NX10 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.

The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was released at a similar time to the NX10 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC scores versus the NX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX10 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC & Samsung NX10. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Samsung NX10
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | NX10 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper display (+306k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX10 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
NX10 | GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC |
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Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung NX10
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | NX10 | |||
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Revealed | March 2010 | ![]() | April 2010 | Similar age |
Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX10 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has external dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung NX10 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus the NX10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and NX10 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and NX10.
As you have seen, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Samsung NX10 will resolve extra detail as a result of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX10 Specifications
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Samsung NX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Samsung NX10 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-03-18 | 2010-04-07 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4592 x 3056 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.5-4.4 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 920k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 180 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.50 m | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 355 gr (0.78 pounds) | 499 gr (1.10 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") | 123 x 87 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 572 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 400 photographs |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $349 | $626 |