Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Key Specs
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- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1/9000s Maximum Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
- Introduced August 2011
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- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 50mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Introduced February 2012
- Older Model is Sigma DP1 Merrill
- Refreshed by Sigma DP3 Merrill
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sigma. The resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the DP2 Merrill (15MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe GXR Mount A12 was brought out 6 months before the DP2 Merrill and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP2 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GXR Mount A12 scores vs the DP2 Merrill in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 & Sigma DP2 Merrill. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Merrill Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Sigma DP2 Merrill
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 Merrill over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
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Common features in the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sigma DP2 Merrill
GXR Mount A12 | DP2 Merrill | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | February 2012 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 920k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has outside dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) whilst the Sigma DP2 Merrill has specifications of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GXR Mount A12 compared to the DP2 Merrill.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GXR Mount A12 and DP2 Merrill is 84 and 83 respectively.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR Mount A12 and DP2 Merrill.
To sum up, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sigma DP2 Merrill to offer you extra detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP2 Merrill Specifications
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sigma DP2 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sigma DP2 Merrill |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-08-05 | 2012-02-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 15MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4704 x 3136 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 50mm (1x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1s | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/9000s | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 640x480 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 370 gr (0.82 pounds) | 330 gr (0.73 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 122 x 67 x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (5 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $349 | $931 |