Panasonic G5 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic G5 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the G5 (16MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the G5 (Four Thirds) and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The G5 was revealed 12 months later than the GXR Mount A12 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G5 grades versus the GXR Mount A12 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G5 has got external dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G5 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the G5 versus the GXR Mount A12.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G5 and GXR Mount A12 is 74 and 84 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The graphic here may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G5 and GXR Mount A12.

All in all, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G5 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic G5 will provide greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger G5 provides an edge in sensor technology.