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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Portability
86
Imaging
58
Features
68
Overall
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Fujifilm X-A2 front
 
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 front
Portability
84
Imaging
52
Features
39
Overall
46

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-A2
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Raise to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 117 x 67 x 40mm
  • Introduced January 2015
  • Previous Model is Fujifilm X-A1
  • Renewed by Fujifilm X-A3
Ricoh GXR Mount A12
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1/9000s Max Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
  • Announced August 2011
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Overview

In this article, we will be analyzing the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A2 (16MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A2 was revealed 3 years later than the GXR Mount A12 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the Fujifilm X-A2 grades vs the GXR Mount A12 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-A2 over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12

 Fujifilm X-A2 GXR Mount A12 
AnnouncedJanuary 2015August 2011More recent by 42 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Fujifilm X-A2

 GXR Mount A12 Fujifilm X-A2 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-A2 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12

 Fujifilm X-A2 GXR Mount A12 
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen sizing3"3"Equivalent screen dimensions
Screen resolution920k920kEqual screen resolution
Touch screen Lack of Touch screen

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Fujifilm X-A2 has got exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has sizing of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Check out the Fujifilm X-A2 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-A2 versus the GXR Mount A12.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-A2 and GXR Mount A12 is 86 and 84 respectively.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-A2 and GXR Mount A12.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Fujifilm X-A2 to provide extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-A2 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-A2 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Portrait photography advice
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Portrait photography advice
74
has manual focus
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has face detection focusing
saves RAW formats
55
has manual focus
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
no liveview feature
MP count low (12MP)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 as a Street photography camera
76
tilting screen
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
does not have image stabilization
65
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Sports photography features
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Sports photography features
57
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
has tracking autofocus
great battery (410 per charge)
slow fps (5.6 fps)
does not have image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
38
high shutter speed (1/9,000s)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no liveview feature
painfully slow continuous shooting (3.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
lack of phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Travel photography factors
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Travel photography factors
78
great battery (410 per charge)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
built-in flash
selfie friendly display
no Timelapse mode
60
flash built-in
good max aperture (f)
lack of Timelapse mode
MP count low (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 as a Landscape photography camera
70
has manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
pretty good screen size (3 inches)
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
great battery (410 CIPA)
does not have image stabilization
no Timelapse mode
51
has manual focus
good max aperture (f)
decent sized screen (3")
decent sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (()mm)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
lack of Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-A2 Vlogging advice
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Vlogging advice
70
selfie friendly display
has face detection focusing
video res high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
does not have image stabilization
no external microphone jack
26
good max aperture (f)
screen isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of microphone jack
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Fujifilm X-A2 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-A2 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12
 Fujifilm X-A2Ricoh GXR Mount A12
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Ricoh
Model Fujifilm X-A2 Ricoh GXR Mount A12
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2015-01-14 2011-08-05
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor surface area 368.2mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4896 x 3264 4288 x 2848
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Max boosted ISO 25600 -
Min native ISO 200 200
RAW support
Min boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Number of focus points 49 -
Lens
Lens mount Fujifilm X fixed lens
Lens focal range - ()
Total lenses 54 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 920k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30 secs 1 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/9000 secs
Continuous shooting speed 5.6fps 3.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 7.00 m (at ISO 200) 9.60 m
Flash modes Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro, rear-curtain synchro, commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash sync 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps)
Max video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 350 grams (0.77 pounds) 370 grams (0.82 pounds)
Dimensions 117 x 67 x 40mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.6") 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 410 photos 330 photos
Type of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model NP-W126 DB-90
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 secs) Yes (5 sec, custom)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC card SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $370 $349