Canon M vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon M vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the M (18MP) and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The M was released 23 months later than the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the M grades versus the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M & Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5. The complete galleries are available at Canon M Gallery & Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon M provides external measurements of 109mm x 66mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the M and the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the M and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 89 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the M and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon M to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger M will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.