Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung TL220
84 Imaging
53 Features
39 Overall
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95 Imaging
34 Features
27 Overall
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung TL220 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
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 169g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Released August 2009
- Alternate Name is ST500

Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung TL220 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung TL220, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the TL220 (12MP) is very well matched but the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and TL220 (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

The GXR Mount A12 was introduced 2 years after the TL220 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL220 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GXR Mount A12 scores versus the TL220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung TL220 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung TL220. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Samsung TL220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Samsung TL220
GXR Mount A12 | TL220 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Newer by 25 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung TL220 over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
TL220 | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung TL220
GXR Mount A12 | TL220 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung TL220 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 features outside measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) and the Samsung TL220 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung TL220 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the GXR Mount A12 and the TL220.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR Mount A12 and TL220 is 84 and 95 respectively.

Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung TL220 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR Mount A12 and TL220.
Clearly, each of these cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor dimensions. The GXR Mount A12 provides the larger sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field simpler. The newer GXR Mount A12 provides an edge in sensor tech.

Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung TL220 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung TL220 Specifications
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Samsung TL220 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Samsung TL220 |
Also called as | - | ST500 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-08-05 | 2009-08-13 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 27-124mm (4.6x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/9000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.60 m | 3.40 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 370 grams (0.82 pounds) | 169 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB-90 | SLB-07A |
Self timer | Yes (5 sec, custom) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $349 | $90 |