Olympus TG-320 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

In this write-up, we are evaluating the Olympus TG-320 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TG-320 (14MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is very well matched but the TG-320 (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The TG-320 was brought out 6 months later than the GXR Mount A12 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus TG-320 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the TG-320 matches up vs the GXR Mount A12 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus TG-320 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus TG-320 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus TG-320 offers external measurements of 96mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has sizing of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Check the Olympus TG-320 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the TG-320 versus the GXR Mount A12.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-320 and GXR Mount A12 is 94 and 84 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by checking technical specs. The photograph below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-320 and GXR Mount A12.

As you can tell, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The TG-320 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Olympus TG-320 will give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively.