Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
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![Pentax XG-1 front Pentax XG-1 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Pentax-XG-1/Pentax-XG-1-front.jpg)
![Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 front Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-GXR-A16-24-85mm-F3.5-5.5/Ricoh-GXR-A16-24-85mm-F3.5-5.5-front.jpg)
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Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1248mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 567g - 119 x 89 x 98mm
- Announced July 2014
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-85mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 550g - 114 x 75 x 93mm
- Launched February 2012
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Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. The image resolution of the XG-1 (16MP) and the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) is very similar but the XG-1 (1/2.3") and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.
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The XG-1 was released 2 years later than the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the XG-1 matches up versus the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax XG-1 & Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5. The complete galleries are available at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax XG-1 over the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
XG-1 | GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | |||
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Launched | July 2014 | ![]() | February 2012 | More recent by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 over the Pentax XG-1
GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | XG-1 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax XG-1 and Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
XG-1 | GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax XG-1 features external dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 has dimensions of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Check out the Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the XG-1 against the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.
![Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 size comparison Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-XG-1-vs-Ricoh-GXR-A16-24-85mm-F3.5-5.5-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the XG-1 and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 is 66 and 69 respectively.
![Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 top view buttons comparison Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-XG-1-vs-Ricoh-GXR-A16-24-85mm-F3.5-5.5-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XG-1 and GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5.
To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact megapixels but different sensor measurements. The XG-1 contains the tinier sensor which should make achieving bokeh tougher. The younger XG-1 should have a benefit in sensor technology.
![Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 sensor size comparison Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Pentax-XG-1-vs-Ricoh-GXR-A16-24-85mm-F3.5-5.5-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Screen and ViewFinder
![Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Pentax-XG-1-vs-Ricoh-GXR-A16-24-85mm-F3.5-5.5-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Specifications
Pentax XG-1 | Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax XG-1 | Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2014-07-15 | 2012-02-02 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4928 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1248mm (52.0x) | 24-85mm (3.5x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 180 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/3200 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 9.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Force Off, Flash Auto, Force Flash, Slow Sync., Slow Sync. + Red-Eye, Red-Eye Reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 567 gr (1.25 lbs) | 550 gr (1.21 lbs) |
Dimensions | 119 x 89 x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") | 114 x 75 x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | 400 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LB-060 | DB-90 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $599 | $871 |