Leica M-Monochrom vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Here, we are evaluating the Leica M-Monochrom versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Leica and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the M-Monochrom (18MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the M-Monochrom (Full frame) and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The M-Monochrom was unveiled 10 months after the GXR Mount A12 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the M-Monochrom grades vs the GXR Mount A12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica M-Monochrom and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The full galleries are provided at Leica M-Monochrom Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Leica M-Monochrom features outer measurements of 139mm x 80mm x 37mm (5.5" x 3.1" x 1.5") along with a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Check the Leica M-Monochrom versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the M-Monochrom and the GXR Mount A12.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the M-Monochrom and GXR Mount A12 is 78 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by looking through specifications. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the M-Monochrom and GXR Mount A12.

Plainly, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The M-Monochrom using its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Leica M-Monochrom will result in more detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer M-Monochrom is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.