Panasonic GX1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic GX1 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the GX1 (16MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the GX1 (Four Thirds) and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The GX1 was brought out 7 months after the GXR Mount A12 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief summary of how the GX1 matches up versus the GXR Mount A12 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX1 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GX1 features physical dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has specifications of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GX1 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the GX1 and the GXR Mount A12.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and GXR Mount A12 is 87 and 84 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The picture below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX1 and GXR Mount A12.

All in all, both of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GX1 will give more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more recent GX1 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.