Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Lets look more closely at the Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is relatively similar but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The EX-100 was introduced 2 years after the GXR Mount A12 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the EX-100 matches up vs the GXR Mount A12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-100 enjoys external measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") accompanied by a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Examine the Casio EX-100 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-100 vs the GXR Mount A12.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-100 and GXR Mount A12 is 83 and 84 respectively.

Often, its tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The picture below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-100 and GXR Mount A12.

As you can see, both cameras have the same MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The EX-100 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make getting bokeh harder. The more recent EX-100 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.