Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony A390

Below is a extended overview of the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 versus Sony A390, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and the A390 (14MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was manufactured 19 months later than the A390 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A390 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 grades against the A390 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A390. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery & Sony A390 Gallery.

If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 enjoys physical dimensions of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Sony A390 has proportions of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") accompanied by a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 versus Sony A390 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs the A390.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and A390 is 69 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The graphic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and A390.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 to deliver greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.