Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung HZ35W

Here, we will be contrasting the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 versus Samsung HZ35W, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the HZ35W (12MP) is relatively similar but the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and HZ35W (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The GXR Mount A12 was brought out 14 months later than the HZ35W which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung HZ35W being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the GXR Mount A12 grades vs the HZ35W for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung HZ35W. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 offers outside dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 versus Samsung HZ35W in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the GXR Mount A12 compared to the HZ35W.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR Mount A12 and HZ35W is 84 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR Mount A12 and HZ35W.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GXR Mount A12 has the bigger sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult. The more recent GXR Mount A12 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.