Olympus 8010 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Olympus 8010 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the 8010 (13MP) and the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) is fairly similar but the 8010 (1/2.3") and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The 8010 was launched 7 months earlier than the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 8010 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 8010 scores vs the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus Tough 8010 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 8010 Gallery and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Olympus 8010 provides outer measurements of 98mm x 64mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 8010 and Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the 8010 and the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 8010 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 92 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 8010 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Clearly, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 8010 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Olympus 8010 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The older 8010 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.