Canon SX1 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX1 IS versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX1 IS (10MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is pretty similar but the SX1 IS (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX1 IS was manufactured 3 years earlier than the GXR Mount A12 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX1 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX1 IS matches up against the GXR Mount A12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX1 IS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX1 IS Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX1 IS has outer measurements of 128mm x 88mm x 88mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 3.5") with a weight of 615 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX1 IS versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX1 IS vs the GXR Mount A12.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX1 IS and GXR Mount A12 is 64 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The visual underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX1 IS and GXR Mount A12.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The SX1 IS due to its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older SX1 IS is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.