Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Samsung TL350

Here, we are looking at the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Samsung TL350, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and the TL350 (10MP) is very similar but the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (APS-C) and TL350 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 was unveiled 8 months later than the TL350 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL350 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summary of how the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 grades against the TL350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Samsung TL350. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery and Samsung TL350 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 comes with 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) while the Samsung TL350 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Samsung TL350 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view size comparison of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and the TL350.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and TL350 is 88 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and TL350.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 using its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 will offer more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.