Nikon 1 V1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

The following is a thorough overview of the Nikon 1 V1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the 1 V1 (10MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is fairly similar but the 1 V1 (1") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The 1 V1 was unveiled 6 months after the GXR Mount A12 which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the 1 V1 scores against the GXR Mount A12 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon 1 V1 & Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon 1 V1 Gallery & Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon 1 V1 features exterior dimensions of 113mm x 76mm x 44mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has proportions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Examine the Nikon 1 V1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the 1 V1 compared to the GXR Mount A12.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1 V1 and GXR Mount A12 is 84 and 84 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 1 V1 and GXR Mount A12.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 1 V1 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more challenging and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 will offer you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively.