Olympus TG-820 iHS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Following is a in depth review of the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TG-820 iHS (12MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is relatively similar but the TG-820 iHS (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The TG-820 iHS was released 7 months after the GXR Mount A12 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Olympus TG-820 iHS being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the TG-820 iHS grades versus the GXR Mount A12 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus TG-820 iHS & Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-820 iHS Gallery & Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus TG-820 iHS features physical dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 26mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.0") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has proportions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Look at the Olympus TG-820 iHS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the TG-820 iHS against the GXR Mount A12.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the TG-820 iHS and GXR Mount A12 is 92 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TG-820 iHS and GXR Mount A12.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have the same MP albeit not the same sensor sizes. The TG-820 iHS has the tinier sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field harder. The fresher TG-820 iHS will have an advantage in sensor tech.