Panasonic GF6 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

The following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic GF6 vs Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the GF6 (16MP) and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and the GF6 (Four Thirds) and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The GF6 was released 2 years after the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GF6 scores against the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF6 features exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has sizing of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the GF6 versus the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF6 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is 87 and 88 respectively.

Sometimes, it is tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF6 and GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5.

To sum up, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF6 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic GF6 will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent GF6 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.