Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh WG-20
88 Imaging
52 Features
37 Overall
46
93 Imaging
38 Features
36 Overall
37
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(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
- Launched September 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Ricoh WG-20, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Waterproof and they are both produced by Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and the WG-20 (14MP) is very close but the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (APS-C) and WG-20 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 was revealed 4 years earlier than the WG-20 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh WG-20 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 matches up vs the WG-20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Ricoh WG-20. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 over the Ricoh WG-20
GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 | WG-20 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
WG-20 | GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | February 2014 | September 2010 | More modern by 41 months |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Ricoh WG-20
GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 | WG-20 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 enjoys outer dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-20 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Check the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Ricoh WG-20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and the WG-20.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and WG-20 is 88 and 93 respectively.
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specs. The image underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and WG-20.
As you can plainly see, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh WG-20 will render extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh WG-20 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Launched | 2010-09-21 | 2014-02-05 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | GR Engine III | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4288 x 3216 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.5 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 180s | 4s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lb) | 164g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 70 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 | 320 images | 260 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-90 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $566 | $370 |