Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX2000
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1/9000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 228g - 119 x 65 x 36mm
- Released November 2013
- Older Model is Samsung NX1100
- Newer Model is Samsung NX3000
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX2000 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung NX2000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and NX2000 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (APS-C).
Photography GlossaryThe GXR Mount A12 was revealed 3 years prior to the NX2000 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the GXR Mount A12 matches up vs the NX2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX2000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung NX2000. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Samsung NX2000
GXR Mount A12 | NX2000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX2000 over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
NX2000 | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Released | November 2013 | August 2011 | Fresher by 28 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.7" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 1152k | 920k | Sharper screen (+232k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung NX2000
GXR Mount A12 | NX2000 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX2000 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 enjoys outside dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX2000 has dimensions of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung NX2000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the GXR Mount A12 and the NX2000.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR Mount A12 and NX2000 is 84 and 89 respectively.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX2000 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR Mount A12 and NX2000.
Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung NX2000 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The older GXR Mount A12 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX2000 Specifications
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Samsung NX2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Samsung NX2000 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2011-08-05 | 2013-11-30 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 21 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | () | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3.7 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 1,152k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/9000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 370g (0.82 lbs) | 228g (0.50 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 119 x 65 x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 908 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 340 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-90 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (5 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC/ MicroSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $349 | $599 |