Canon M6 MII vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro

Here is a in depth review of the Canon M6 MII and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the M6 MII (33MP) and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (APS-C).

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The M6 MII was brought out 9 years later than the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the M6 MII matches up versus the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon M6 MII enjoys outer dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.9") with a weight of 408 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro has dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the M6 MII and the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the M6 MII and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro is 83 and 77 respectively.

Typically, its hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the M6 MII and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Canon M6 MII to resolve extra detail having its extra 21MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The more modern M6 MII will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.