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Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1

Portability
69
Imaging
56
Features
45
Overall
51
Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 front
 
Sony ZV-E1 front
Portability
80
Imaging
66
Features
89
Overall
75

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Key Specs

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 24-85mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 550g - 114 x 75 x 93mm
  • Released February 2012
Sony ZV-E1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 80 - 102400 (Raise to 409600)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 1920 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 483g - 121 x 72 x 54mm
  • Released March 2023
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Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Overview

Below, we are reviewing the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (16MP) and ZV-E1 (12MP) and the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 (APS-C) and ZV-E1 (Full frame) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 was unveiled 12 years before the ZV-E1 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 grades against the ZV-E1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 over the Sony ZV-E1

 GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 ZV-E1 

Reasons to pick Sony ZV-E1 over the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5

 ZV-E1 GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 
ReleasedMarch 2023February 2012Newer by 135 months
Display typeFully ArticulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1037k920kClearer display (+117k dot)
Selfie screen Easy selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony ZV-E1

 GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 ZV-E1 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Display dimension3"3.00"Identical display sizing

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Physical Comparison

In case you're going to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 has got external 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 ZV-E1 has dimensions of 121mm x 72mm x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 483 grams (1.06 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 versus the ZV-E1.

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and ZV-E1 is 69 and 80 respectively.

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and ZV-E1.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 will deliver greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1 sensor size comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Portrait photography information
Sony ZV-E1 Portrait photography information
73
focusing manually
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focus
saves RAW formats
71
focusing manually
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with face detection focusing
saves RAW files
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Street photography factors
Sony ZV-E1 Street photography factors
55
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
more heavy than competition in class (550 grams)
84
screen articulates fully
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW files
offers focus via touch
weather proof
lighter than competition in class (483g)
great high ISO (102,400)
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 as a Sports photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Sports photography camera
48
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
max fps low (3.0 fps)
no image stabilization
lacks phase detect auto focus
71
silent shooting (1/8,000s)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
comes with tracking autofocus
weather proof
better than average battery (570 shots)
sensor has phase detect AF
low maximum shutter speed (1/s)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 as a Travel photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Travel photography camera
58
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
has built in flash
rather wide (24mm)
more heavy than competition in class (550 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
79
better than average battery (570 shots)
lighter than competition in class (483 grams)
weather proof
supports bluetooth
offers focus via touch
display is selfie friendly
low megapixels (12MP)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 as a Landscape photography camera
Sony ZV-E1 as a Landscape photography camera
62
focusing manually
rather wide (24mm)
screen size is decent (3 inches)
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW formats
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
no image stabilization
79
focusing manually
swap lenses (Sony E mount)
decent sized screen (3.00 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
large sensor size (Full frame)
great high ISO (102,400)
saves RAW files
weather proof
better than average battery (570 per charge)
low megapixels (12MP)
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Vlogging advice
Sony ZV-E1 Vlogging advice
24
rather wide (24mm)
offers face detection focus
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external microphone jack
more heavy than competition in class (550g)
85
display is selfie friendly
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detection focusing
high res video (3840 x 1920 pxls)
includes external microphone support
lighter than competition in class (483 grams)
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Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 vs Sony ZV-E1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 and Sony ZV-E1
 Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5Sony ZV-E1
General Information
Company Ricoh Sony
Model Ricoh GXR A16 24-85mm F3.5-5.5 Sony ZV-E1
Type Advanced Mirrorless Pro Mirrorless
Released 2012-02-02 2023-03-29
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip Smooth Imaging Engine IV -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C Full frame
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.7mm 35.6 x 23.8mm
Sensor surface area 370.5mm² 847.3mm²
Sensor resolution 16MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Maximum resolution 4928 x 3264 4240 x 2832
Maximum native ISO 3200 102400
Maximum boosted ISO - 409600
Minimum native ISO 200 80
RAW files
Minimum boosted ISO - 40
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
AF single
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points - 759
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Sony E
Lens focal range 24-85mm (3.5x) -
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.5 -
Amount of lenses - 195
Crop factor 1.5 1
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fully Articulated
Screen size 3" 3.00"
Screen resolution 920k dots 1,037k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Screen tech TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 180 secs 30 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/3200 secs -
Maximum silent shutter speed - 1/8000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 3.0 frames per sec 10.0 frames per sec
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range - no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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 3840 x 2160 @ 100p / 280 Mbps, XA3840 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
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 3840x1920
Video file format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, XAVC S, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 550 gr (1.21 lbs) 483 gr (1.06 lbs)
Dimensions 114 x 75 x 93mm (4.5" x 3.0" x 3.7") 121 x 72 x 54mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.1")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 400 images 570 images
Battery style Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery model DB-90 NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) Yes
Time lapse recording With downloadable app
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $871 $2,198