Olympus SZ-10 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Here, we are reviewing the Olympus SZ-10 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the SZ-10 (14MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is very well matched but the SZ-10 (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The SZ-10 was announced 5 months before the GXR Mount A12 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-10 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SZ-10 matches up vs the GXR Mount A12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-10 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-10 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-10 features external measurements of 106mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 215 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SZ-10 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ-10 against the GXR Mount A12.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ-10 and GXR Mount A12 is 90 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-10 and GXR Mount A12.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The SZ-10 having a tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more difficult and the Olympus SZ-10 will give extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively.