Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX5
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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
- 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
- Released March 2010
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 499g - 123 x 87 x 40mm
- Released June 2010

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX5 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX5, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) and NX5 (15MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") and NX5 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC was announced 2 months prior to the NX5 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC matches up versus the NX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC & Samsung NX5. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Samsung NX5
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | NX5 | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX5 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
NX5 | 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 NX5
GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | NX5 | |||
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Released | March 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX5 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC comes with outside dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Samsung NX5 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs the NX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and NX5 is 85 and 80 respectively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX5 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes merely by going through specifications. The picture below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC and NX5.
Plainly, each of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Samsung NX5 will show extra detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.

Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC vs Samsung NX5 Specifications
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Samsung NX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC | Samsung NX5 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2010-03-18 | 2010-06-01 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 | 10 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4592 x 3056 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 24-72mm (3.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/2.5-4.4 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 180s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 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 | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file 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 | 355g (0.78 lb) | 499g (1.10 lb) |
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 score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 400 photographs |
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 feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $349 | $499 |