Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Samsung ST600

Below is a in depth overview of the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Samsung ST600, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and the ST600 (14MP) is relatively similar but the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (APS-C) and ST600 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 was introduced 9 months later than the ST600 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST600 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 grades versus the ST600 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Samsung ST600. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery and Samsung ST600 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 features outside dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung ST600 has sizing of 104mm x 60mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Samsung ST600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 against the ST600.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and ST600 is 88 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and ST600.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung ST600 will deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.