Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A560

Below, we will be comparing the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 versus Sony A560, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and the A560 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 was launched within a month of the A560 which means that they are of a similar generation. 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 Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 grades vs the A560 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery and Sony A560 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony A560 has dimensions of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") and a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 versus Sony A560 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and the A560.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and A560 is 88 and 64 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specs. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and A560.

All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony A560 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively.