Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Fujifilm X-E1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E1 (16MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-E1 was introduced 20 months after the GXR Mount A12 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Fujifilm X-E1 scores vs the GXR Mount A12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X-E1 & Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-E1 Gallery & Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. 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) whilst the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has proportions 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-E1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Fujifilm X-E1 and the GXR Mount A12.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-E1 and GXR Mount A12 is 85 and 84 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E1 and GXR Mount A12.

Clearly, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can expect the Fujifilm X-E1 to resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-E1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.