Panasonic FP1 vs Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP1 and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) is very well matched but the FP1 (1/2.3") and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP1 was unveiled 2 months later than the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FP1 scores vs the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro has proportions of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP1 and Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FP1 against the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro is 95 and 77 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specs. The photograph here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same megapixels but not the same sensor sizing. The FP1 features the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging.