Leica TL vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Leica TL and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Leica and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the TL (16MP) and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The TL was introduced 7 years later than the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the TL matches up vs the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Leica TL and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro. The whole galleries are viewable at Leica TL Gallery and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Leica TL has physical measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 384 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro has sizing of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Leica TL and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the TL vs the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the TL and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro is 85 and 77 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the TL and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

Clearly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Leica TL to resolve extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger TL is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.