Fujifilm X-Pro3 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

In this write-up, we are matching up the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 (26MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-Pro3 was revealed 8 years later than the GXR Mount A12 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Fujifilm X-Pro3 grades vs the GXR Mount A12 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-Pro3 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm X-Pro3 offers external measurements of 141mm x 83mm x 46mm (5.6" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 497 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

See the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and the GXR Mount A12.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and GXR Mount A12 is 78 and 84 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements just by reading through specs. The photograph below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-Pro3 and GXR Mount A12.

All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Fujifilm X-Pro3 to resolve extra detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-Pro3 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.