Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill

Following is a extended review of the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sigma DP3 Merrill, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. The image resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the DP3 Merrill (15MP) is very well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GXR Mount A12 was introduced 17 months earlier than the DP3 Merrill making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma DP3 Merrill being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before diving into a thorough comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GXR Mount A12 scores against the DP3 Merrill in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 & Sigma DP3 Merrill. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery & Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has got physical measurements 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 DP3 Merrill has measurements of 122mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.8" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the GXR Mount A12 and the DP3 Merrill.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR Mount A12 and DP3 Merrill is 84 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by looking at specifications. The picture below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR Mount A12 and DP3 Merrill.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sigma DP3 Merrill to give you greater detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged GXR Mount A12 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.