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

Following is a thorough review of the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony NEX-5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and the NEX-5 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 was unveiled 4 months after the NEX-5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 scores vs the NEX-5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Sony Alpha NEX-5. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery and Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you need to think about 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") having a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5 has specifications of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs the NEX-5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and NEX-5 is 88 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and NEX-5.

Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony NEX-5 to give you extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively.