Canon Elph 115 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12
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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.7-5.9) lens
- 135g - 93 x 57 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Alternate Name is IXUS 132 HS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1/9000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
- Introduced August 2011

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Overview
Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon Elph 115 IS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the Elph 115 IS (16MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the Elph 115 IS (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor measurements.

The Elph 115 IS was released 19 months later than the GXR Mount A12 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon Elph 115 IS being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the Elph 115 IS matches up against the GXR Mount A12 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon Elph 115 IS & Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The complete galleries are provided at Canon Elph 115 IS Gallery & Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon Elph 115 IS over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
Elph 115 IS | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 19 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Canon Elph 115 IS
GXR Mount A12 | Elph 115 IS | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Crisper display (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon Elph 115 IS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12
Elph 115 IS | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Canon Elph 115 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Canon Elph 115 IS enjoys outside dimensions of 93mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has specifications of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon Elph 115 IS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the Elph 115 IS versus the GXR Mount A12.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Elph 115 IS and GXR Mount A12 is 96 and 84 respectively.

Canon Elph 115 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The graphic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Elph 115 IS and GXR Mount A12.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Elph 115 IS featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Canon Elph 115 IS will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent Elph 115 IS will have an advantage in sensor tech.

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Canon Elph 115 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Specifications
Canon Elph 115 IS | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon Elph 115 IS | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 |
Also called | IXUS 132 HS | - |
Type | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2011-08-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | DIGIC 5 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | () |
Max aperture | f/2.7-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 3cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | PureColor II G TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/9000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 9.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 240 (240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 135 grams (0.30 pounds) | 370 grams (0.82 pounds) |
Dimensions | 93 x 57 x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 170 photos | 330 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NB-11L | DB-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (5 sec, custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $225 | $349 |