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Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6700

Portability
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Imaging
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Features
37
Overall
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Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 front
 
Sony Alpha a6700 front
Portability
75
Imaging
74
Features
96
Overall
82

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6700 Key Specs

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 200 - 3200
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28mm (F2.5) lens
  • 140g - 113 x 70 x 56mm
  • Announced September 2010
Sony A6700
(Full Review)
  • 26MP - APS-C Sensor
  • 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Bump to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 493g - 122 x 69 x 75mm
  • Revealed July 2023
  • Old Model is Sony A6600
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Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6700 Overview

Here, we are contrasting the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 versus Sony A6700, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 (12MP) and A6700 (26MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 was revealed 13 years earlier than the A6700 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 grades versus the A6700 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 over the Sony A6700

 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 A6700 

Reasons to pick Sony A6700 over the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5

 A6700 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 
RevealedJuly 2023September 2010More modern by 155 months
Display typeFully articulatedFixed Fully Articulating display
Display resolution1040k920kSharper display (+120k dot)
Selfie screen Take selfies
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Sony A6700

 GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 A6700 
Manual focus More precise focus
Display size3"3.00"Same display dimensions

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6700 Physical Comparison

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 enjoys exterior measurements of 113mm x 70mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony A6700 has sizing of 122mm x 69mm x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check the Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 versus Sony A6700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 compared to the A6700.

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6700 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and A6700 is 88 and 75 respectively.

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6700 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6700 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The picture below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and A6700.

As you have seen, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Sony A6700 to show greater detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6700 sensor size comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6700 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6700 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Portrait photography information
Sony A6700 Portrait photography information
58
focusing manually
good sensor size (APS-C)
features face detect focus
saves RAW files
no liveview feature
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
84
manual focus
high megapixels (26MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes face detection focus
exports RAW formats
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Street Comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Street photography factors
Sony A6700 Street photography factors
70
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
lighter than competitors in class (140g)
no moving screen
no image stabilization
84
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
exports RAW formats
boasts touch focus
weather proof
great high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
Sports photography with Sony A6700
32
good sensor size (APS-C)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
no liveview feature
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
not so great battery (320 CIPA)
lack of phase detect auto focus
87
quiet shutter (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high megapixels (26 megapixels)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
good battery power (570 CIPA)
sensor has phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5
Travel photography with Sony A6700
59
lighter than competitors in class (140g)
has built in flash
not so great battery (320 per charge)
low megapixels (12MP)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
84
good battery power (570 shots)
weather proof
has bluetooth
boasts touch focus
high megapixels (26 megapixels)
screen is selfie friendly
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Landscape photography information
Sony A6700 Landscape photography information
48
focusing manually
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
good sensor size (APS-C)
saves RAW files
cannot change lens (fixed lens mount)
focal length is fixed (28mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
no liveview feature
no image stabilization
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
not so great battery (320 per charge)
87
manual focus
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
nice screen size (3.00 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
high megapixels (26MP)
sensor size is decent (APS-C)
great high ISO (32,000)
exports RAW formats
weather proof
good battery power (570 per charge)
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 as a Vlogging camera
Sony A6700 as a Vlogging camera
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features face detect focus
lighter than competitors in class (140 grams)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
no image stabilization
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
no microphone socket
84
screen is selfie friendly
touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
includes face detection focus
video res high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes external microphone support
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Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 vs Sony A6700 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 and Sony A6700
 Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5Sony Alpha a6700
General Information
Brand Name Ricoh Sony
Model type Ricoh GXR GR Lens A12 28mm F2.5 Sony Alpha a6700
Type Advanced Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2010-09-21 2023-07-12
Physical type Rangefinder-style mirrorless Rangefinder-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Chip GR Engine III -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
Sensor size APS-C APS-C
Sensor measurements 23.6 x 15.7mm 23.5 x 15.6mm
Sensor surface area 370.5mm² 366.6mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 26MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4288 x 2848 6192 x 4128
Highest native ISO 3200 32000
Highest boosted ISO - 102400
Min native ISO 200 100
RAW files
Min boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Autofocus single
Autofocus tracking
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Live view autofocus
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Total focus points - 759
Lens
Lens support fixed lens Sony E
Lens zoom range 28mm (1x) -
Largest aperture f/2.5 -
Amount of lenses - 199
Crop factor 1.5 1.5
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Fully articulated
Display size 3 inches 3.00 inches
Resolution of display 920k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch display
Display tech TFT color LCD -
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic (optional) Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 2,359k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.71x
Features
Lowest shutter speed 180 seconds 30 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/3200 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Highest quiet shutter speed - 1/8000 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 5.0 frames/s 11.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance - no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) 3840 x 2160 @ 120p / 280 Mbps, XAVC HS, MP4, H.265, Linear PCM
Highest video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video format MPEG-4 MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 140 gr (0.31 lbs) 493 gr (1.09 lbs)
Physical dimensions 113 x 70 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 2.2") 122 x 69 x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 320 photographs 570 photographs
Style of battery Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID DB-90 NP-FZ1000
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images) ) Yes
Time lapse recording
Storage type SD/SDHC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo
Card slots 1 1
Pricing at launch $566 $1,399