Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma SD14

Here, we are looking at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sigma SD14, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and SD14 (5MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (APS-C).

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The GXR Mount A12 was manufactured 4 years after the SD14 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sigma SD14 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the GXR Mount A12 matches up vs the SD14 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sigma SD14. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Sigma SD14 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 offers 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) and the Sigma SD14 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sigma SD14 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the GXR Mount A12 versus the SD14.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GXR Mount A12 and SD14 is 84 and 59 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GXR Mount A12 and SD14.

Clearly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 to result in greater detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer GXR Mount A12 will have an advantage in sensor tech.