Nikon 1 V3 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Let's look a little more closely at the Nikon 1 V3 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the 1 V3 (18MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the 1 V3 (1") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 V3 was revealed 2 years later than the GXR Mount A12 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the 1 V3 scores against the GXR Mount A12 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon 1 V3 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The full galleries are provided at Nikon 1 V3 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon 1 V3 features external dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 381 grams (0.84 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon 1 V3 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the 1 V3 vs the GXR Mount A12.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 1 V3 and GXR Mount A12 is 87 and 84 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1 V3 and GXR Mount A12.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 1 V3 using its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Nikon 1 V3 will give you greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The younger 1 V3 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.