Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6300

In this article, we are contrasting the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6300, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and A6300 (24MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 was unveiled 6 years before the A6300 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 matches up versus the A6300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 & Sony Alpha a6300. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery & Sony A6300 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 comes with external dimensions of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony A6300 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") and a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs the A6300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and A6300 is 88 and 83 respectively.

Often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and A6300.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony A6300 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 will be behind in sensor innovation.