Canon M6 MII vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

Following is a detailed overview of the Canon M6 MII vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the M6 MII (33MP) and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The M6 MII was introduced 9 years after the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the M6 MII scores vs the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS M6 Mark II and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5. The whole galleries are available at Canon M6 MII Gallery and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon M6 MII features exterior dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.9") having a weight of 408 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon M6 MII vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the M6 MII versus the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M6 MII and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 83 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the M6 MII and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon M6 MII to deliver greater detail using its extra 21 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent M6 MII provides an edge in sensor technology.