Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX11
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX11 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
- Launched 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
- Announced December 2010
- Superseded the Samsung NX10
- New Model is Samsung NX20

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX11 Overview
In this write-up, we are evaluating the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Samsung NX11, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and NX11 (15MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and NX11 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was unveiled 9 months before the NX11 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC scores versus the NX11 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX11 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung NX11. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Samsung NX11
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | NX11 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 614k | Crisper display (+306k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX11 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
NX11 | GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | |||
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Announced | December 2010 | ![]() | March 2010 | Newer by 9 months |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and Samsung NX11
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | NX11 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX11 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC offers outside 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) whilst the Samsung NX11 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC versus Samsung NX11 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and the NX11.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and NX11 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX11 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The picture here will give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and NX11.
As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX11 will resolve extra detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX11 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX11 Specifications
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Samsung NX11 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Samsung NX11 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2010-03-18 | 2010-12-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | DRIM Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4592 x 3056 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-4.4 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 180 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.50 m | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 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) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 355 gr (0.78 pounds) | 499 gr (1.10 pounds) |
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 score | not tested | 63 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 553 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 400 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | 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 |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $349 | $626 |