Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6600

Lets take a more detailed look at the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6600, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and A6600 (24MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor size (APS-C).

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The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 was brought out 10 years before the A6600 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 scores against the A6600 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Sony Alpha a6600. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Gallery and Sony A6600 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 has got 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) and the Sony A6600 has specifications of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") with a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 compared to the A6600.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and A6600 is 88 and 77 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and A6600.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony A6600 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.