Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung ST150F
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Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung ST150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 50mm (F2.5) lens
- 453g - 114 x 70 x 77mm
- Introduced November 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 114g - 94 x 58 x 18mm
- Announced January 2013
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In this write-up, we will be comparing the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro versus Samsung ST150F, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) and ST150F (16MP) and the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (APS-C) and ST150F (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro was released 4 years prior to the ST150F which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST150F being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro scores versus the ST150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro & Samsung ST150F. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Gallery & Samsung ST150F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro over the Samsung ST150F
| GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST150F over the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro
| ST150F | GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | November 2009 | Newer by 38 months |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and Samsung ST150F
| GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro | ST150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither contains Touch screen |
Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung ST150F Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro has got external measurements of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") having a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has measurements of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro versus Samsung ST150F in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro compared to the ST150F.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and ST150F is 77 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung ST150F Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by reading through technical specs. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and ST150F.
As you have seen, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro due to its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Samsung ST150F will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung ST150F Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung ST150F Specifications
| Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro | Samsung ST150F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model | Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro | Samsung ST150F |
| Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2009-11-10 | 2013-01-07 |
| Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | GR engine III | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Maximum resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 50mm (1x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.5 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Screen technology | - | QVGA TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 180 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | 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 | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| 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 | 453 gr (1.00 pounds) | 114 gr (0.25 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 114 x 70 x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") | 94 x 58 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
| 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 | 320 images | - |
| Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) | Yes |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $566 | $300 |
