Pentax K-01 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Here is a in-depth review of the Pentax K-01 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the K-01 (16MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The K-01 was announced 10 months later than the GXR Mount A12 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Pentax K-01 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the K-01 scores versus the GXR Mount A12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax K-01 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax K-01 Gallery and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax K-01 offers exterior dimensions of 122mm x 79mm x 58mm (4.8" x 3.1" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 561 grams (1.24 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Pentax K-01 versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the K-01 versus the GXR Mount A12.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-01 and GXR Mount A12 is 76 and 84 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the K-01 and GXR Mount A12.

Clearly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Pentax K-01 to resolve greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern K-01 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.