Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung GX-20

Let's take a more detailed look at the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro versus Samsung GX-20, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro was brought out 22 months later than the GX-20 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro scores against the GX-20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and Samsung GX-20. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro enjoys physical measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Samsung GX-20 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro versus Samsung GX-20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs the GX-20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and GX-20 is 77 and 58 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and GX-20.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung GX-20 to resolve more detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.