Pentax Q vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12
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Pentax Q vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 180g - 98 x 57 x 31mm
- Launched June 2011
- Replacement is Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1/9000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched August 2011
Pentax Q vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Overview
Lets look a little more in depth at the Pentax Q versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Q (12MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) is fairly close but the Q (1/2.3") and GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Q was manufactured very close to the GXR Mount A12 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the Q matches up vs the GXR Mount A12 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Pentax Q vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q & Ricoh GXR Mount A12. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax Q Gallery & Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
Q | GXR Mount A12 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Pentax Q
GXR Mount A12 | Q | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax Q and Ricoh GXR Mount A12
Q | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Launched | June 2011 | August 2011 | Same age | |
Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Pentax Q vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax Q provides outside measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has sizing of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs).
Check out the Pentax Q versus Ricoh GXR Mount A12 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the Q vs the GXR Mount A12.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Q and GXR Mount A12 is 93 and 84 respectively.
Pentax Q vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Q and GXR Mount A12.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same megapixels but different sensor measurements. The Q contains the smaller sensor which will make obtaining bokeh harder.
Pentax Q vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax Q vs Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Specifications
Pentax Q | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax Q | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-06-23 | 2011-08-05 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.6 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 370.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4288 x 2848 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax Q | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | () |
Amount of lenses | 8 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 1s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/9000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.60 m | 9.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Trailing-curtain sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (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) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) | 370 grams (0.82 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 57 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 47 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.2 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 189 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 230 shots | 330 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | D-LI68 | DB-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (5 sec, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $695 | $349 |