Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung TL225

In this article, we will be looking at the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung TL225, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (APS-C) and TL225 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro was released 3 months later than the TL225 so they are both of a similar generation. 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 TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro scores against the TL225 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and Samsung TL225. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Gallery and Samsung TL225 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro features physical dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") and a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Samsung TL225 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Samsung TL225 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro against the TL225.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and TL225 is 77 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and TL225.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro provides the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF easier.