Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sigma SD1

Here, we are comparing the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sigma SD1, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Ricoh and Sigma. The sensor resolution of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and the SD1 (15MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 was unveiled around the same time to the SD1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 matches up versus the SD1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Sigma SD1. The full galleries are available at Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery and Sigma SD1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 provides exterior dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sigma SD1 has specifications of 146mm x 113mm x 80mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 3.1") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sigma SD1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs the SD1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and SD1 is 88 and 77 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and SD1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sigma SD1 to produce extra detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively.