Fujifilm X-A7 vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro

On this page, we will be evaluating the Fujifilm X-A7 and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-A7 (24MP) and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-A7 was announced 9 years after the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Fujifilm X-A7 grades versus the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X-A7 & Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-A7 Gallery & Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-A7 provides exterior measurements of 119mm x 68mm x 41mm (4.7" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 320 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro has specifications of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-A7 and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-A7 vs the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-A7 and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro is 86 and 77 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through technical specs. The image below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-A7 and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Fujifilm X-A7 to resolve greater detail with its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-A7 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.