Panasonic GX8 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GX8 versus Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the GX8 (20MP) and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and the GX8 (Four Thirds) and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor size.

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The GX8 was released 3 years after the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GX8 matches up versus the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GX8 Gallery and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX8 comes with external measurements of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 has proportions of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GX8 versus Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the GX8 versus the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX8 and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 is 74 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The image below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GX8 and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX8 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic GX8 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger GX8 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.