Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX10

On this page, we will be analyzing the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GXR Mount A12 was brought out 17 months after the NX10 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the GXR Mount A12 grades versus the NX10 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 & Samsung NX10. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 comes with external measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) while the Samsung NX10 has dimensions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the GXR Mount A12 and the NX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GXR Mount A12 and NX10 is 84 and 80 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic here will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR Mount A12 and NX10.

All in all, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung NX10 to give greater detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent GXR Mount A12 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.