Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Samsung WB700

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung WB700, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is pretty comparable but the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and WB700 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The GXR Mount A12 was unveiled 8 months later than the WB700 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GXR Mount A12 matches up versus the WB700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung WB700. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 provides 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 WB700 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Samsung WB700 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the GXR Mount A12 compared to the WB700.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR Mount A12 and WB700 is 84 and 98 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR Mount A12 and WB700.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GXR Mount A12 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Samsung WB700 will produce greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The fresher GXR Mount A12 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.