FujiFilm S1600 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Below, we will be analyzing the FujiFilm S1600 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S1600 (12MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the S1600 (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1600 was released 18 months prior to the GXR Mount A12 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the FujiFilm S1600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S1600 grades against the GXR Mount A12 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix S1600 & Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The complete galleries are provided at FujiFilm S1600 Gallery & Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The FujiFilm S1600 offers external dimensions of 110mm x 73mm x 81mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.2") with a weight of 337 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has specifications of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Take a look at the FujiFilm S1600 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S1600 versus the GXR Mount A12.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1600 and GXR Mount A12 is 78 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through specs. The image underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1600 and GXR Mount A12.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The S1600 provides the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow DOF tougher. The more aged S1600 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.