Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony FX3
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Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony FX3 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 102400 (Boost to 409600)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 716g - 130 x 78 x 85mm
- Introduced February 2021

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony FX3 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony FX3, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) and FX3 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was introduced 10 years prior to the FX3 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 matches up vs the FX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony FX3 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 & Sony FX3. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Gallery & Sony FX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 over the Sony FX3
GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | FX3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony FX3 over the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
FX3 | GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | |||
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Introduced | February 2021 | ![]() | February 2012 | Fresher by 110 months |
Screen type | Fully articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Screen resolution | 1440k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+520k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony FX3
GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | FX3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Identical screen sizing |
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony FX3 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 enjoys outside dimensions of 114mm x 75mm x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) whilst the Sony FX3 has sizing of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony FX3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 compared to the FX3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and FX3 is 69 and 62 respectively.

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony FX3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by seeing specs. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and FX3.
All in all, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 will produce greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

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Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony FX3 Specifications
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | Sony FX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 | Sony FX3 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2012-02-02 | 2021-02-23 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 35.6 x 23.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 847.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4240 x 2832 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 102400 |
Max enhanced ISO | - | 409600 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 759 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 24-85mm (3.5x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.5 | - |
Available lenses | - | 187 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fully articulated |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 1,440k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 180 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 50p / 200 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 140 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | MPEG-4, XAVC S, XAVC HS, XAVC S-1, H.264, H.265 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 550g (1.21 lbs) | 716g (1.58 lbs) |
Dimensions | 114 x 75 x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") | 130 x 78 x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 85 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 24.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 3900 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 400 images | 600 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-90 | NP-FZ100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Dual SD/CFexpress Type A slots |
Card slots | 1 | Two |
Cost at release | $871 | $3,900 |