Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX1100

Its time to look much closer at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX1100, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and NX1100 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GXR Mount A12 was launched 20 months prior to the NX1100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the GXR Mount A12 scores versus the NX1100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 & Samsung NX1100. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 comes with outer 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) and the Samsung NX1100 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the GXR Mount A12 and the NX1100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR Mount A12 and NX1100 is 84 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR Mount A12 and NX1100.

All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung NX1100 to deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged GXR Mount A12 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.