Olympus E-PM1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 265g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Revealed November 2011
- Updated by Olympus E-PM2
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1/9000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched August 2011
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In this article, we will be contrasting the Olympus E-PM1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the E-PM1 (12MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the E-PM1 (Four Thirds) and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) feature different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe E-PM1 was revealed 4 months later than the GXR Mount A12 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the E-PM1 matches up against the GXR Mount A12 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus PEN E-PM1 & Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-PM1 Gallery & Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM1 over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
| E-PM1 | GXR Mount A12 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Olympus E-PM1
| GXR Mount A12 | E-PM1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus E-PM1 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12
| E-PM1 | GXR Mount A12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | November 2011 |  | August 2011 | Same age |
| Manually focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither comes with Touch friendly screen |
Olympus E-PM1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus E-PM1 comes with outer dimensions of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has sizing of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the E-PM1 versus the GXR Mount A12.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-PM1 and GXR Mount A12 is 89 and 84 respectively.
Olympus E-PM1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-PM1 and GXR Mount A12.
All in all, both cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The E-PM1 comes with the smaller sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF harder.
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Olympus E-PM1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Specifications
| Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Ricoh |
| Model | Olympus PEN E-PM1 | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 |
| Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2011-11-23 | 2011-08-05 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | TruePic VI | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
| Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 370.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 4032 x 3024 | 4288 x 2848 |
| Maximum native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Number of focus points | 35 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | () |
| Available lenses | 107 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of display | 460k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Display tech | HyperCrystal LCD AR(Anti-Reflective) coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/9000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 9.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Manual (3 levels) | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 265 gr (0.58 lbs) | 370 gr (0.82 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 52 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.3 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 499 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 330 images | 330 images |
| Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | BLS-5 | DB-90 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (5 sec, custom) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail cost | $499 | $349 |