Nikon 1 V1 vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon 1 V1 and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the 1 V1 (10MP) and the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) is very well matched but the 1 V1 (1") and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 V1 was announced 2 years after the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 1 V1 scores versus the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V1 & Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro. The whole galleries are available at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery & Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon 1 V1 comes with exterior dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") along with a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro has specifications of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") with a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon 1 V1 and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the 1 V1 vs the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 1 V1 and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro is 84 and 77 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The pic underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V1 and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 1 V1 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro will give you extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer 1 V1 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.