Fujifilm X10 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Lets take a deeper look at the Fujifilm X10 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) possess different sensor measurements.

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The Fujifilm X10 was introduced 12 months later than the GXR Mount A12 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm X10 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Fujifilm X10 grades versus the GXR Mount A12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Fujifilm X10 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X10 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm X10 offers physical dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has specifications of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X10 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X10 against the GXR Mount A12.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Fujifilm X10 and GXR Mount A12 is 83 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Fujifilm X10 and GXR Mount A12.

Clearly, both cameras posses the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 has the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower DOF trickier. The more modern Fujifilm X10 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.