Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Samsung NX5

Here is a comprehensive overview of the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Samsung NX5, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and the NX5 (15MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 was manufactured 4 months later than the NX5 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a simple summation of how the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 grades against the NX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 & Samsung NX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 provides physical dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Samsung NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Samsung NX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 versus the NX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and NX5 is 88 and 80 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and NX5.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung NX5 to resolve more detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots much more aggressively.