Leica TL2 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

Here, we will be contrasting the Leica TL2 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Leica and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the TL2 (24MP) and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The TL2 was introduced 6 years later than the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the TL2 grades vs the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica TL2 & Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5. The whole galleries are provided at Leica TL2 Gallery & Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica TL2 has got physical measurements of 134mm x 69mm x 33mm (5.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the TL2 and the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the TL2 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 85 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The graphic here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the TL2 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Leica TL2 to show more detail using its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent TL2 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.