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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Portability
87
Imaging
58
Features
63
Overall
60
Fujifilm X-M1 front
 
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 front
Portability
84
Imaging
53
Features
39
Overall
47

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-M1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 200 - 6400
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 330g - 117 x 67 x 39mm
  • Released September 2013
Ricoh GXR Mount A12
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1/9000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
  • Introduced August 2011
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Overview

Lets look closer at the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the Fujifilm X-M1 (16MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-M1 was brought out 2 years after the GXR Mount A12 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm X-M1 grades vs the GXR Mount A12 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-M1 over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12

 Fujifilm X-M1 GXR Mount A12 
IntroducedSeptember 2013August 2011More modern by 26 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Fujifilm X-M1

 GXR Mount A12 Fujifilm X-M1 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-M1 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12

 Fujifilm X-M1 GXR Mount A12 
Manual focus Very exact focusing
Screen size3"3"Same screen measurement
Screen resolution920k920kEqual screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-M1 features outside 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 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).

Look at the Fujifilm X-M1 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X-M1 against the GXR Mount A12.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X-M1 and GXR Mount A12 is 87 and 84 respectively.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it is tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X-M1 and GXR Mount A12.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Fujifilm X-M1 to give greater detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X-M1 should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Portrait photography highlights
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Portrait photography highlights
74
manual focus
decent megapixels (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features face detection autofocus
supports RAW files
55
manual focus
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
does not have liveview
MP count low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Street photography advice
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Street photography advice
76
screen tilts
decent sensor size (APS-C)
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
65
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
no articulating screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Sports photography info
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Sports photography info
54
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
features tracking autofocus
low frames per second (6.0 frames per second)
lack of image stabilization
has no phase detect autofocus
39
maximum shutter speed is high (1/9,000s)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
can't change focal length (()mm)
does not have liveview
slow fps (3.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 Travel photography details
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Travel photography details
66
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
no Time Lapse mode
screen isn't selfie friendly
60
built-in flash
good maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
does not contain selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Fujifilm X-M1 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 as a Landscape photography camera
70
manual focus
change lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
screen is a decent size (3 inches)
decent megapixels (16MP)
decent sensor size (APS-C)
does not have anti aliasing filter
supports RAW files
lack of image stabilization
no Time Lapse mode
52
manual focus
good maximum aperture (f)
screen is a good size (3")
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
supports RAW formats
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
can't change focal length (()mm)
does not have liveview
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-M1
Vlogging with Ricoh GXR Mount A12
31
features face detection autofocus
high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
screen isn't selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
no external mic jack
26
good maximum aperture (f)
does not contain selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone jack
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Fujifilm X-M1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-M1 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12
 Fujifilm X-M1Ricoh GXR Mount A12
General Information
Brand Name FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type Fujifilm X-M1 Ricoh GXR Mount A12
Type Entry-Level Mirrorless Entry-Level Mirrorless
Released 2013-09-17 2011-08-05
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II -
Sensor type CMOS X-TRANS I CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 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
Peak resolution 4896 x 3264 4288 x 2848
Highest native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 200 200
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect focusing
Contract detect focusing
Phase detect focusing
Total focus points 49 -
Lens
Lens support Fujifilm X fixed lens
Lens zoom range - ()
Available lenses 54 -
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Display type Tilting Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 920k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Display tech TFT LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic (optional)
Features
Min shutter speed 30 secs 1 secs
Max shutter speed 1/4000 secs 1/9000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames per second 3.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 7.00 m (ISO200m) 9.60 m
Flash settings Auto / Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Slow Synchro / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Max flash sync 1/180 secs -
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1920 x 1080 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 14 min./1280 x 720 30p, Continuous recording: up to approx. 27 min. 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps)
Highest video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264 Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 330 grams (0.73 pounds) 370 grams (0.82 pounds)
Physical dimensions 117 x 67 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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 330 images
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 DB-90
Self timer Yes (10 sec. / 2 sec.) Yes (5 sec, custom)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD memory card / SDHC memory card / SDXC (UHS-I) memory card SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $399 $349