Canon SX260 HS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

In this article, we are analyzing the Canon SX260 HS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SX260 HS (12MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is very comparable but the SX260 HS (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The SX260 HS was launched 11 months later than the GXR Mount A12 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX260 HS being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the SX260 HS grades vs the GXR Mount A12 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS offers external dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has specifications of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Look at the Canon SX260 HS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX260 HS vs the GXR Mount A12.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and GXR Mount A12 is 91 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing specifications. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX260 HS and GXR Mount A12.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact megapixels but different sensor measurements. The SX260 HS comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF more challenging. The newer SX260 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.