Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung NX2000

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).

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.