Fujifilm X-E2S vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12
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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 6400 (Increase to 51200)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm X Mount
- 350g - 129 x 75 x 37mm
- Introduced January 2016
- Replaced the Fujifilm X-E2
- Updated by Fujifilm X-E3
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1/9000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
- Released August 2011

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Overview
The following is a comprehensive assessment of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-E2S (16MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (APS-C).

The Fujifilm X-E2S was manufactured 4 years after the GXR Mount A12 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the Fujifilm X-E2S matches up against the GXR Mount A12 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-E2S & Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X-E2S Gallery & Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-E2S over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
Fujifilm X-E2S | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Released | January 2016 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 55 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper display (+120k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Fujifilm X-E2S
GXR Mount A12 | Fujifilm X-E2S |
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Common features in the Fujifilm X-E2S and Ricoh GXR Mount A12
Fujifilm X-E2S | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Fujifilm X-E2S vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-E2S enjoys physical dimensions of 129mm x 75mm x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has measurements 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-E2S vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X-E2S vs the GXR Mount A12.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-E2S and GXR Mount A12 is 85 and 84 respectively.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-E2S and GXR Mount A12.
As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Fujifilm X-E2S to deliver greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-E2S provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-E2S vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Screen and ViewFinder


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Fujifilm X-E2S vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Specifications
Fujifilm X-E2S | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | FujiFilm | Ricoh |
Model type | Fujifilm X-E2S | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-01-15 | 2011-08-05 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | EXR Processor II | - |
Sensor type | CMOS X-TRANS II | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.6mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface 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 | 51200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 100 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 77 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Fujifilm X | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | () |
Number of lenses | 54 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.62x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/9000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 7.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (@ ISO 200) | 9.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear-curtain, Commander | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest 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 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 350 grams (0.77 lb) | 370 grams (0.82 lb) |
Dimensions | 129 x 75 x 37mm (5.1" x 3.0" x 1.5") | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
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 shots | 330 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | NP-W126 | DB-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (5 sec, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $599 | $349 |