Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX11

Lets look much closer at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung NX11, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the NX11 (15MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the exact same sensor size (APS-C).

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The GXR Mount A12 was introduced 8 months later than the NX11 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short summary of how the GXR Mount A12 matches up vs the NX11 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung NX11. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Samsung NX11 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has outer measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) and the Samsung NX11 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung NX11 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the GXR Mount A12 compared to the NX11.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GXR Mount A12 and NX11 is 84 and 80 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements just by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR Mount A12 and NX11.

As you can tell, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung NX11 to give you extra detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger GXR Mount A12 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.