Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 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
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 15MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 640 x 480 video
- 75mm (F2.8) lens
- 330g - 122 x 67 x 59mm
- Introduced January 2013
- Replaced the Sigma DP2 Merrill
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Overview
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).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Gallery
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Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Sigma DP3 Merrill
GXR Mount A12 | DP3 Merrill |
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Reasons to pick Sigma DP3 Merrill over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
DP3 Merrill | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | August 2011 | More modern by 17 months |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sigma DP3 Merrill
GXR Mount A12 | DP3 Merrill | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display sizing | |
Display resolution | 920k | 920k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Physical Comparison
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).
Check the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sigma DP3 Merrill in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Sensor Comparison
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.
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma DP3 Merrill Specifications
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sigma DP3 Merrill | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sigma DP3 Merrill |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-08-05 | 2013-01-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Dual TRUE II engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 24 x 16mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 384.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 15 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4704 x 3136 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 75mm (1x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/2.8 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 1 secs | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/9000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 640 x 480 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 370 gr (0.82 lbs) | 330 gr (0.73 lbs) |
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 style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (5 sec, custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $349 | $1,353 |