Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung SH100

Its time to examine more in depth at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 versus Samsung SH100, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the SH100 (14MP) is very comparable but the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and SH100 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The GXR Mount A12 was launched 8 months later than the SH100 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the GXR Mount A12 matches up against the SH100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung SH100. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Samsung SH100 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has outer measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) while the Samsung SH100 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 versus Samsung SH100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the GXR Mount A12 against the SH100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR Mount A12 and SH100 is 84 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR Mount A12 and SH100.

As you can tell, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GXR Mount A12 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Samsung SH100 will show more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer GXR Mount A12 will have a benefit in sensor tech.