Pentax K-1 vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12

Let's take a deeper look at the Pentax K-1 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Pentax and Ricoh. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the K-1 (36MP) and GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the K-1 (Full frame) and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The K-1 was revealed 4 years later than the GXR Mount A12 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Pentax K-1 being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the K-1 matches up against the GXR Mount A12 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax K-1 & Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The full galleries are provided at Pentax K-1 Gallery & Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax K-1 offers exterior dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 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).

Look at the Pentax K-1 and Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the K-1 versus the GXR Mount A12.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the K-1 and GXR Mount A12 is 55 and 84 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The photograph below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the K-1 and GXR Mount A12.

To sum up, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The K-1 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Pentax K-1 will render more detail because of its extra 24MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern K-1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.