Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX100

Here is a complete overview of the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung NX100, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and NX100 (15MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and NX100 (APS-C) use different sensor measurements.

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The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was introduced 6 months before the NX100 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC grades vs the NX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung NX100. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has got outer measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") along with a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung NX100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus the NX100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and NX100 is 85 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and NX100.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Samsung NX100 will provide extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.