Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP1s

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 versus Sigma DP1s, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and DP1s (5MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

Photography Glossary

The GXR Mount A12 was released 23 months after the DP1s making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP1s being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the GXR Mount A12 grades vs the DP1s in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 & Sigma DP1s. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery & Sigma DP1s Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has outer dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") and a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP1s has dimensions of 109mm x 60mm x 31mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 270 grams (0.60 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 versus Sigma DP1s in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the GXR Mount A12 versus the DP1s.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GXR Mount A12 and DP1s is 84 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR Mount A12 and DP1s.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger GXR Mount A12 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.