Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Sony a1

Below, we will be looking at the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro versus Sony a1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) and a1 (50MP) and the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (APS-C) and a1 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor size.

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The GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro was launched 12 years prior to the a1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony a1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro grades vs the a1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and Sony Alpha a1. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro has got exterior 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 Sony a1 has dimensions of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") along with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro versus Sony a1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro against the a1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and a1 is 77 and 61 respectively.

Typically, its tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The pic underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and a1.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Sony a1 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 38MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.