Panasonic GF6 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GF6 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the GF6 (16MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the GF6 (Four Thirds) and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF6 was brought out 21 months after the GXR Mount A12 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the GF6 grades against the GXR Mount A12 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF6 comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while 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).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the GF6 against the GXR Mount A12.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and GXR Mount A12 is 87 and 84 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The image underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GF6 and GXR Mount A12.

As you have seen, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GF6 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic GF6 will deliver extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger GF6 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.