Canon SX160 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12
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Canon SX160 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-448mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 291g - 111 x 73 x 44mm
- Launched June 2013
- Old Model is Canon SX150 IS
- Successor is Canon SX170 IS
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1/9000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched August 2011

Canon SX160 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Canon SX160 IS versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the SX160 IS (16MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the SX160 IS (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

The SX160 IS was introduced 23 months later than the GXR Mount A12 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Canon SX160 IS being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the SX160 IS matches up vs the GXR Mount A12 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SX160 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX160 IS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX160 IS Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX160 IS over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
SX160 IS | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | More recent by 23 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Canon SX160 IS
GXR Mount A12 | SX160 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX160 IS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12
SX160 IS | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Canon SX160 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon SX160 IS enjoys outside measurements of 111mm x 73mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") along with a weight of 291 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has proportions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).
Contrast the Canon SX160 IS versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the SX160 IS compared to the GXR Mount A12.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX160 IS and GXR Mount A12 is 86 and 84 respectively.

Canon SX160 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by checking specifications. The graphic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SX160 IS and GXR Mount A12.
To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The SX160 IS having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Canon SX160 IS will resolve more detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher SX160 IS will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.

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Canon SX160 IS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX160 IS | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2013-06-21 | 2011-08-05 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4288 x 2848 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-448mm (16.0x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/9000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 9.60 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 291 grams (0.64 lb) | 370 grams (0.82 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 73 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.7") | 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 | 380 pictures | 330 pictures |
Battery form | AA | Battery Pack |
Battery model | 2 x AA | DB-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (5 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $199 | $349 |