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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

Portability
79
Imaging
58
Features
76
Overall
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Fujifilm X-T1 front
 
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 front
Portability
88
Imaging
52
Features
37
Overall
46

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Key Specs

Fujifilm X-T1
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 6400 (Expand to 51200)
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Fujifilm X Mount
  • 440g - 129 x 90 x 47mm
  • Revealed April 2014
  • Successor is Fujifilm X-T2
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28mm (F2.5) lens
  • 140g - 113 x 70 x 56mm
  • Launched September 2010
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Overview

Its time to look more closely at the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T1 (16MP) and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T1 was introduced 3 years after the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Fujifilm X-T1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the Fujifilm X-T1 matches up vs the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Fujifilm X-T1 over the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 Fujifilm X-T1 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 
LaunchedApril 2014September 2010Newer by 44 months
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen resolution1040k920kClearer screen (+120k dot)

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 over the Fujifilm X-T1

 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Fujifilm X-T1 

Common features in the Fujifilm X-T1 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 Fujifilm X-T1 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 
Manual focus Very precise focus
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen measurement
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen
Touch screen Neither features Touch screen

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X-T1 enjoys outer measurements of 129mm x 90mm x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") along with a weight of 440 grams (0.97 lbs) whilst 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") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Analyze the Fujifilm X-T1 versus Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Fujifilm X-T1 vs the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T1 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 79 and 88 respectively.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 top view buttons comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The pic below might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X-T1 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

To sum up, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Fujifilm X-T1 to offer you extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm X-T1 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 sensor size comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Screen and ViewFinder

Fujifilm X-T1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
Photography Glossary

Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Portrait photography info
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Portrait photography info
74
manual focus
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports face detect focusing
saves RAW files
57
you can focus manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
doesn't have liveview
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 as a Street photography camera
75
tilting screen
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment sealing
no image stabilization
70
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lighter than average in class (140g)
screen does not articulate
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Sports photography details
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Sports photography details
66
quiet shooting (1/32,000s)
megapixel count good (16MP)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
supports tracking focus
environment sealing
has phase detect AF
no image stabilization
terrible battery (350 per charge)
32
nice sensor size (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
doesn't have liveview
max fps very slow (5.0 fps)
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
low battery (320 per charge)
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Fujifilm X-T1 Travel photography information
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Travel photography information
63
environment sealing
megapixel count good (16MP)
terrible battery (350 per charge)
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
58
lighter than average in class (140 grams)
has built in flash
low battery (320 per charge)
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Fujifilm X-T1
Landscape photography with Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
69
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Fujifilm X mount)
nice screen size (3 inches)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
sensor size is good (APS-C)
saves RAW files
environment sealing
no image stabilization
terrible battery (350 shots)
47
you can focus manually
pretty good screen size (3")
nice sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
doesn't have liveview
no image stabilization
sensor resolution low (12MP)
low battery (320 shots)
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Fujifilm X-T1
Vlogging with Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
33
supports face detect focusing
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
has mic socket
doesn't offer selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
28
features face detect autofocus
lighter than average in class (140 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic support
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Fujifilm X-T1 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Fujifilm X-T1 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
 Fujifilm X-T1Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
General Information
Make FujiFilm Ricoh
Model type Fujifilm X-T1 Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2014-04-14 2010-09-21
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor EXR Processor II GR Engine III
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 area 368.2mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 12 megapixels
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 format
Lowest boosted ISO 100 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type Fujifilm X fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 28mm (1x)
Max aperture - f/2.5
Available lenses 54 -
Focal length multiplier 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3" 3"
Screen resolution 1,040k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen technology TFT LCD (RGBW) TFT color LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic (optional)
Viewfinder resolution 2,360k dots -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.77x -
Features
Slowest shutter speed 30s 180s
Maximum shutter speed 1/4000s 1/3200s
Maximum silent shutter speed 1/32000s -
Continuous shooting rate 8.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 8.00 m (ISO100) -
Flash modes Activated when external flash is connected Red-eye removal OFF: Auto / Forced Flash / Slow Synchro / Suppressed Flash / Rear-curtain Synchro / Commander Red-eye removal ON: Red-eye Reduction Auto / Red-eye Reduction & Forced Flash / Suppressed Flash / Red-eye Reduction & Slow Synchro / Red-e Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Maximum flash synchronize 1/180s -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1920 x 1080 (30, 60p), 1280 x 720 (30p, 60p) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1920x1080 1280x720
Video format H.264 MPEG-4
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 Optional None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 440g (0.97 pounds) 140g (0.31 pounds)
Physical dimensions 129 x 90 x 47mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 1.9") 113 x 70 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2")
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 images 320 images
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID NP-W126 DB-90
Self timer Yes (10sec. / 2sec. Delay) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) )
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II) SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Launch cost $1,300 $566