Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung TL225

Lets take a closer look at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung TL225, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the TL225 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and TL225 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.

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The GXR Mount A12 was manufactured 2 years later than the TL225 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the GXR Mount A12 grades against the TL225 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 & Samsung TL225. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery & Samsung TL225 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 enjoys 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) and the Samsung TL225 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") with a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the GXR Mount A12 against the TL225.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR Mount A12 and TL225 is 84 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR Mount A12 and TL225.

Clearly, the two cameras feature the identical megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The GXR Mount A12 provides the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult. The fresher GXR Mount A12 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.