Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro

On this page, we are looking at the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) 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-E1 was launched 3 years after the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores vs the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E1 and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E1 offers exterior dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") along with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro has measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 against the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E1 and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro is 85 and 77 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-E1 and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-E1 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X-E1 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.