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Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

Portability
88
Imaging
53
Features
37
Overall
46
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 front
 
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC front
Portability
85
Imaging
34
Features
44
Overall
38

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Key Specs

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28mm (F2.5) lens
  • 140g - 113 x 70 x 56mm
  • Revealed September 2010
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 24-72mm (F2.5-4.4) lens
  • 355g - 114 x 70 x 44mm
  • Introduced March 2010
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Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Overview

Let's take a deeper look at the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both designed by Ricoh. The image resolution of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (10MP) is relatively similar but the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (APS-C) and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC (1/1.7") possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 was unveiled 7 months after the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 grades vs the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 over the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC 
IntroducedSeptember 2010March 2010More modern by 7 months

Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC over the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 

Common features in the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC

 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC 
Focus manually Very exact focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimension3"3"Identical screen dimensions
Screen resolution920k920kIdentical screen resolution
Selfie screen No selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither features Touch friendly screen

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Physical Comparison

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC has dimensions of 114mm x 70mm x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 355 grams (0.78 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 compared to the GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC.

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC is 88 and 85 respectively.

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sensor Comparison

Often, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC.

As you can see, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 using its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 will deliver greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC sensor size comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Portrait photography information
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Portrait photography information
58
focusing manually
nice sensor size (APS-C)
offers face detection focusing
delivers RAW formats
no liveview feature
MP count low (12 megapixels)
36
manual focus
saves RAW formats
does not have liveview
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is small (1/1.7")
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Street Comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Street photography factors
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Street photography factors
70
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
lighter than average (140 grams)
screen is fixed
no image stabilization
65
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
saves RAW formats
lighter than average (355 grams)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/1.7")
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Sports photography info
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Sports photography info
32
nice sensor size (APS-C)
fixed focal length (28mm)
no liveview feature
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames/s)
no image stabilization
MP count low (12 megapixels)
not so great battery life (320 CIPA)
no phase detect AF
25
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
does not have liveview
low frames per second (2.0 frames/s)
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/1.7")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
Travel photography with Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
59
lighter than average (140 grams)
flash built-in
not so great battery life (320 shots)
MP count low (12MP)
screen is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
60
lighter than average (355 grams)
flash built-in
pretty wide (24mm)
sensor resolution not great (10 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Landscape photography factors
Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Landscape photography factors
48
focusing manually
nice screen size (3 inch)
nice sensor size (APS-C)
delivers RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
fixed focal length (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
MP count low (12MP)
not so great battery life (320 CIPA)
47
manual focus
pretty wide (24mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
saves RAW formats
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
does not have liveview
sensor resolution not great (10MP)
sensor is small (1/1.7")
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
Vlogging with Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
28
offers face detection focusing
lighter than average (140 grams)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video res low (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone port
28
pretty wide (24mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than average (355g)
sluggish max aperture (f2.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (640 x 480 pxls)
does not have external microphone support
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Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
 Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
General Information
Brand Name Ricoh Ricoh
Model type Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Ricoh GXR S10 24-72mm F2.5-4.4 VC
Category Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Revealed 2010-09-21 2010-03-18
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip GR Engine III Smooth Imaging Engine IV
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size APS-C 1/1.7"
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.7mm 7.44 x 5.58mm
Sensor area 370.5mm² 41.5mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 10MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4288 x 2848 3648 x 2736
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 200 100
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
AF single
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detection focusing
Contract detection focusing
Phase detection focusing
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28mm (1x) 24-72mm (3.0x)
Maximum aperture f/2.5 f/2.5-4.4
Macro focusing distance - 1cm
Crop factor 1.5 4.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3" 3"
Screen resolution 920 thousand dots 920 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder Electronic (optional) Electronic (optional)
Features
Slowest shutter speed 180 secs 180 secs
Maximum shutter speed 1/3200 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - 4.50 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual
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 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format MPEG-4 Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140 grams (0.31 lbs) 355 grams (0.78 lbs)
Dimensions 113 x 70 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") 114 x 70 x 44mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO All around 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 320 pictures 410 pictures
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID DB-90 -
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) )
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots Single Single
Price at launch $566 $349