Fujifilm X-A1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Below, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-A1 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A1 (16MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A1 was introduced 2 years later than the GXR Mount A12 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-A1 matches up versus the GXR Mount A12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-A1 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The whole galleries are viewable at Fujifilm X-A1 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-A1 enjoys exterior measurements of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A1 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-A1 vs the GXR Mount A12.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A1 and GXR Mount A12 is 87 and 84 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A1 and GXR Mount A12.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-A1 to give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-A1 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.