Canon SX30 IS vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

Here, we will be reviewing the Canon SX30 IS vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SX30 IS (14MP) and the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the SX30 IS (1/2.3") and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizes.

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The SX30 IS was introduced about the same time to the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX30 IS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SX30 IS matches up vs the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX30 IS and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX30 IS Gallery and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SX30 IS features external dimensions of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") accompanied by a weight of 601 grams (1.32 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX30 IS vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the SX30 IS versus the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX30 IS and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 64 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions just by seeing specifications. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the SX30 IS and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The SX30 IS having a smaller sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Canon SX30 IS will produce greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.