Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12
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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 112 x 67 x 30mm
- Released May 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1/9000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced August 2011

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is relatively similar but the TG-1 iHS (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.

The TG-1 iHS was introduced 10 months after the GXR Mount A12 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus TG-1 iHS being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the TG-1 iHS scores against the GXR Mount A12 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-1 iHS over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
TG-1 iHS | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Announced | May 2012 | ![]() | August 2011 | More modern by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Olympus TG-1 iHS
GXR Mount A12 | TG-1 iHS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 610k | Clearer screen (+310k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-1 iHS and Ricoh GXR Mount A12
TG-1 iHS | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has got outer measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).
Look at the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-1 iHS vs the GXR Mount A12.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TG-1 iHS and GXR Mount A12 is 91 and 84 respectively.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading specifications. The pic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and GXR Mount A12.
To sum up, each of the cameras posses the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The TG-1 iHS has got the tinier sensor which is going to make getting shallow DOF trickier. The younger TG-1 iHS should have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 |
Type | Waterproof | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-05-08 | 2011-08-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | TruePic VI | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 610k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/9000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 9.60 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230 gr (0.51 lb) | 370 gr (0.82 lb) |
Dimensions | 112 x 67 x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 330 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LI90B | DB-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec) | Yes (5 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $399 | $349 |