Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

Lets look a little more closely at the Fujifilm X-M1 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was launched 3 years after the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Fujifilm X-M1 scores against the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-M1 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5. The complete galleries are provided at Fujifilm X-M1 Gallery and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-M1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Fujifilm X-M1 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 compared to the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 87 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-M1 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-M1 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent Fujifilm X-M1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.