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Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony H90

Portability
69
Imaging
56
Features
45
Overall
51
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90 front
Portability
91
Imaging
38
Features
35
Overall
36

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony H90 Key Specs

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-85mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 550g - 114 x 75 x 93mm
  • Released February 2012
Sony H90
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 222g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
  • Introduced February 2012
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Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony H90 Overview

Here is a in depth analysis of the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony H90, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and the H90 (16MP) is pretty well matched but the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) and H90 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was manufactured at a similar time to the H90 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of 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 H90 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 grades against the H90 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 over the Sony H90

 GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 H90 
Manually focus More accurate focusing
Screen resolution920k461kCrisper screen (+459k dot)

Reasons to pick Sony H90 over the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5

 H90 GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 

Common features in the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony H90

 GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 H90 
IntroducedFebruary 2012February 2012Similar generation
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions3"3"Equal screen dimensions
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch screen No Touch screen

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony H90 Physical Comparison

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 comes with outside 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 H90 has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony H90 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs the H90.

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony H90 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and H90 is 69 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony H90 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony H90 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and H90.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 comes with the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh easier.

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony H90 sensor size comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony H90 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony H90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony H90 as a Portrait photography camera
73
you can focus manually
good resolution (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
features face detect focus
saves RAW formats
36
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
provides face detection autofocus
lack of manual focus
cannot use external flash
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Street photography features
Sony H90 Street photography features
55
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
fixed screen
lack of image stabilization
heavier than competition in class (550g)
61
image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than others in class (222g)
no moving screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 as a Sports photography camera
Sony H90 as a Sports photography camera
48
good resolution (16MP)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
continuous shooting slow (3.0 fps)
lack of image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
44
amazing zoom range (24-384mm 16.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
provides tracking autofocus
max fps low (1.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Travel photography features
Sony H90 Travel photography features
58
good resolution (16 megapixels)
has built in flash
decently wide (24mm)
heavier than competition in class (550g)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
69
lighter than others in class (222g)
good megapixels (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
decently wide (24mm)
very long reach (384mm)
missing Timelapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
Photography Glossary

Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
Landscape photography with Sony H90
62
you can focus manually
decently wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3 inch)
good resolution (16 megapixels)
sensor size is nice (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
lack of image stabilization
44
decently wide (24mm)
screen is a good size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (16MP)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Vlogging information
Sony H90 Vlogging information
24
decently wide (24mm)
features face detect focus
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
lack of image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing mic support
heavier than competition in class (550 grams)
32
decently wide (24mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detection autofocus
lighter than others in class (222g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing external microphone jack
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Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony H90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony H90
 Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90
Class Advanced Mirrorless Small Sensor Superzoom
Released 2012-02-02 2012-02-28
Body design Rangefinder-style mirrorless Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Smooth Imaging Engine IV BIONZ
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.7mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 370.5mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 16 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4928 x 3264 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Min native ISO 200 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 24-85mm (3.5x) 24-384mm (16.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.5 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance - 5cm
Focal length multiplier 1.5 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 3" 3"
Display resolution 920k dot 461k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Display tech TFT color LCD ClearPhoto TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) None
Features
Min shutter speed 180 seconds 30 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/3200 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 3.0 frames per second 1.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance - 3.70 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format MPEG-4 MPEG-4
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 550 grams (1.21 lb) 222 grams (0.49 lb)
Physical dimensions 114 x 75 x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 400 shots 290 shots
Battery format Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID DB-90 NP-BG1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse recording
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots 1 1
Retail cost $871 $230