Canon M3 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Here is a extended overview of the Canon M3 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Canon and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the M3 (24MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The M3 was unveiled 3 years later than the GXR Mount A12 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the M3 scores vs the GXR Mount A12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS M3 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The full galleries are viewable at Canon M3 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon M3 comes with outer measurements of 111mm x 68mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.7") having a weight of 366 grams (0.81 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Examine the Canon M3 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the M3 versus the GXR Mount A12.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M3 and GXR Mount A12 is 85 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The visual here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the M3 and GXR Mount A12.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon M3 to resolve more detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent M3 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.