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

Here is a in-depth overview of the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 versus Sony NEX-F3, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was introduced 6 months before the NEX-F3 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 grades against the NEX-F3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 enjoys physical measurements of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Sony NEX-F3 has dimensions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 compared to the NEX-F3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and NEX-F3 is 69 and 86 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and NEX-F3.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you should really consider the age of the cameras into account.