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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

Portability
85
Imaging
57
Features
55
Overall
56
Fujifilm X-E1 front
 
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 front
Portability
88
Imaging
52
Features
37
Overall
46

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-E1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 2.8" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400 (Increase to 25600)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 350g - 129 x 75 x 38mm
  • Released February 2013
  • Replacement is Fujifilm X-E2
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28mm (F2.5) lens
  • 140g - 113 x 70 x 56mm
  • Announced September 2010
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Overview

Lets look more closely at the Fujifilm X-E1 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was manufactured 2 years after the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the Fujifilm X-E1 grades versus the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E1 over the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 Fujifilm X-E1 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 
AnnouncedFebruary 2013September 2010Newer by 30 months

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 over the Fujifilm X-E1

 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Fujifilm X-E1 
Display sizing3"2.8"Larger display (+0.2")
Display resolution920k460kSharper display (+460k dot)

Common features in the Fujifilm X-E1 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 Fujifilm X-E1 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 
Manual focus More precise focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly display No Touch friendly display

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X-E1 has outside measurements of 129mm x 75mm x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") and a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Fujifilm X-E1 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 against the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-E1 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 85 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it's tough to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm X-E1 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-E1 to provide more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E1 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 as a Portrait photography camera
74
focusing manually
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
57
you can focus manually
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports face detection focusing
saves RAW formats
does not have liveview
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Street photography information
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Street photography information
66
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
70
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than competition (140g)
no articulating screen
does not have image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Sports photography details
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Sports photography details
48
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
does not have phase detect AF
32
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
can't change focal length (28mm)
does not have liveview
max fps very slow (5.0 frames per second)
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
bad battery (320 shots)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Travel photography features
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Travel photography features
65
sensor resolution is decent (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
does not have selfie friendly screen
58
lighter than competition (140 grams)
built-in flash
bad battery (320 shots)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-E1
Landscape photography with Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
68
focusing manually
swap lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
decent sized screen (2.8")
sensor resolution is decent (16MP)
good sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
no image stabilization
does not have Time Lapse function
47
you can focus manually
screen size is good (3 inches)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
does not have liveview
does not have image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
bad battery (320 CIPA)
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Vlogging Comparison

Fujifilm X-E1 Vlogging advice
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Vlogging advice
32
high quality video (1920 x 1080 resolution)
comes with external mic port
does not have selfie friendly screen
no image stabilization
28
supports face detection focusing
lighter than competition (140 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
does not have image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
no external mic socket
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Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-E1 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
 Fujifilm X-E1Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
General Information
Make FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type Fujifilm X-E1 Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
Class Entry-Level Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Released 2013-02-28 2010-09-21
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip EXR Pro GR Engine III
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor dimensions 23.6 x 15.6mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 368.2mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4896 x 3264 4288 x 2848
Maximum native ISO 6400 3200
Maximum boosted ISO 25600 -
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 28mm (1x)
Max aperture - f/2.5
Amount of lenses 54 -
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.8" 3"
Resolution of screen 460k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen technology TFT color LCD monitor TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.62x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 180s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/3200s
Continuous shooting rate 6.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (24 fps), 1280 x 720 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video data format H.264 MPEG-4
Mic port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 350g (0.77 lb) 140g (0.31 lb)
Dimensions 129 x 75 x 38mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") 113 x 70 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 350 images 320 images
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID W126 DB-90
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) )
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch price $600 $566