Leica CL vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

In this write-up, we are matching up the Leica CL vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Leica and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the CL (24MP) and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The CL was unveiled 7 years after the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the CL grades versus the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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For those who are going to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica CL comes with physical dimensions of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") having a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the CL versus the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the CL and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 82 and 88 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the CL and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Leica CL to offer you more detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The newer CL should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.