Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony TX20

Here is a in-depth overview of the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 versus Sony TX20, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and the TX20 (16MP) is very well matched but the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) and TX20 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was introduced within a month of the TX20 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 matches up versus the TX20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery & Sony TX20 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 features outside measurements of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) while the Sony TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 versus Sony TX20 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 versus the TX20.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and TX20 is 69 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by reading through technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and TX20.

As you have seen, each of the cameras feature the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 offers the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field simpler.