Fujifilm X-T30 II vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

In this article, we are evaluating the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X-T30 II (26MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Fujifilm X-T30 II was unveiled 10 years later than the GXR Mount A12 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Fujifilm X-T30 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Fujifilm X-T30 II matches up vs the GXR Mount A12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X-T30 II and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The full galleries are available at Fujifilm X-T30 II Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X-T30 II comes with external dimensions of 118mm x 83mm x 47mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has specifications of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Look at the Fujifilm X-T30 II and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and the GXR Mount A12.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X-T30 II and GXR Mount A12 is 82 and 84 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X-T30 II and GXR Mount A12.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Fujifilm X-T30 II to render more detail having an extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X-T30 II is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.