Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung ST65

The following is a detailed assessment of the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung ST65, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is relatively close but the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and ST65 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The GXR Mount A12 was introduced 7 months after the ST65 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the GXR Mount A12 matches up versus the ST65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung ST65. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 comes with physical measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) while the Samsung ST65 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung ST65 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the GXR Mount A12 compared to the ST65.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GXR Mount A12 and ST65 is 84 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching technical specs. The image underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR Mount A12 and ST65.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GXR Mount A12 using its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Samsung ST65 will render more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent GXR Mount A12 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.