Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro vs Sony a5000

Here is a extended review of the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and Sony a5000, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro (12MP) and a5000 (20MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro was revealed 5 years earlier than the a5000 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro grades vs the a5000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro & Sony Alpha a5000. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro Gallery & Sony a5000 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro offers physical dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 77mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 3.0") along with a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs) and the Sony a5000 has dimensions of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and Sony a5000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and the a5000.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and a5000 is 77 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro and a5000.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony a5000 to offer extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The older GXR A12 50mm F2.5 Macro is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.