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Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Portability
93
Imaging
35
Features
24
Overall
30
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 front
 
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 front
Portability
84
Imaging
53
Features
39
Overall
47

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Key Specs

Panasonic TS1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 189g - 98 x 63 x 23mm
  • Introduced January 2009
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT1
  • Refreshed by Panasonic TS2
Ricoh GXR Mount A12
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1/9000s Maximum Shutter
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • ()mm (F) lens
  • 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
  • Revealed August 2011
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Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Overview

Following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic TS1 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is relatively close but the TS1 (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The TS1 was introduced 3 years earlier than the GXR Mount A12 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic TS1 being a Compact camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the TS1 matches up versus the GXR Mount A12 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS1 over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12

 TS1 GXR Mount A12 

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Panasonic TS1

 GXR Mount A12 TS1 
RevealedAugust 2011January 2009More modern by 30 months
Manual focus More accurate focus
Screen size3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Screen resolution920k230kClearer screen (+690k dot)

Common features in the Panasonic TS1 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12

 TS1 GXR Mount A12 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen
Touch screen Neither includes Touch screen

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic TS1 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has sizing 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the TS1 vs the GXR Mount A12.

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TS1 and GXR Mount A12 is 93 and 84 respectively.

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS1 and GXR Mount A12.

To sum up, the two cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit different sensor sizes. The TS1 comes with the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF tougher. The more aged TS1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 sensor size comparison

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic TS1 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 as a Portrait photography camera
21
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
55
has manual focus
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no liveview feature
low MP (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Street photography advice
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Street photography advice
61
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
no articulating screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
65
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
no moving screen
no image stabilization
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic TS1 as a Sports photography camera
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 as a Sports photography camera
30
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300 seconds)
max fps low (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
39
maximum shutter speed is high (1/9,000s)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no liveview feature
max frames per second low (3.0 fps)
no image stabilization
low MP (12MP)
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Travel photography details
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Travel photography details
61
weather proof
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
does not have Timelapse function
sensor resolution low (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
60
has built in flash
very good max aperture (f)
does not have Time Lapse recording
low MP (12MP)
does not have selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic TS1 Landscape photography features
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Landscape photography features
35
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
weather proof
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny screen (2.7")
manual exposure not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
does not have Timelapse function
52
has manual focus
very good max aperture (f)
screen size is good (3")
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (()mm)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
low MP (12 megapixels)
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic TS1 as a Vlogging camera
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 as a Vlogging camera
28
quite wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external microphone port
26
very good max aperture (f)
does not have selfie friendly display
no image stabilization
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external mic port
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Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic TS1 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1Ricoh GXR Mount A12
General Information
Brand Panasonic Ricoh
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 Ricoh GXR Mount A12
Also called Lumix DMC-FT1 -
Type Waterproof Entry-Level Mirrorless
Introduced 2009-01-27 2011-08-05
Body design Compact Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Sensor type CCD CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" APS-C
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 23.6 x 15.7mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 370.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 12 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4000 x 3000 4288 x 2848
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 200
RAW pictures
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 11 -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-128mm (4.6x) ()
Max aperture f/3.3-5.9 -
Macro focusing distance 5cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.9 1.5
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230k dot 920k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None Electronic (optional)
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 secs 1 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1300 secs 1/9000 secs
Continuous shutter speed 2.0 frames/s 3.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation - Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance - 9.60 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format AVCHD Lite Motion JPEG
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 189 gr (0.42 pounds) 370 gr (0.82 pounds)
Physical dimensions 98 x 63 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 330 pictures
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID - DB-90
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (5 sec, custom)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/MMC/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Cost at release $380 $349