Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma fp L
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma fp L Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1/9000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
- Launched August 2011
(Full Review)
- 61MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Bump to 102400)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 427g - 113 x 70 x 45mm
- Revealed March 2021
- Old Model is Sigma fp
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma fp L Overview
In this write-up, we are matching up the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 versus Sigma fp L, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and fp L (61MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and fp L (Full frame) use totally different sensor sizing.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe GXR Mount A12 was brought out 10 years prior to the fp L which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GXR Mount A12 grades versus the fp L when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma fp L Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 & Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Sigma fp L
GXR Mount A12 | fp L |
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Reasons to pick Sigma fp L over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
fp L | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Revealed | March 2021 | August 2011 | More modern by 117 months | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 920k | Clearer display (+1180k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sigma fp L
GXR Mount A12 | fp L | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma fp L Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 offers external dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 versus Sigma fp L in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the GXR Mount A12 against the fp L.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GXR Mount A12 and fp L is 84 and 83 respectively.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma fp L Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR Mount A12 and fp L.
Clearly, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GXR Mount A12 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Sigma fp L will offer you greater detail having its extra 49MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged GXR Mount A12 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma fp L Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sigma fp L Specifications
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sigma fp L | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model type | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sigma fp L |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2011-08-05 | 2021-03-25 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 61 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 9520 x 6328 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | - | 6 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Leica L |
Lens zoom range | () | - |
Total lenses | - | 40 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3.2 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dot | 2,100 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,680 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/9000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.60 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes (USB Power Delivery supported) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 370 grams (0.82 pounds) | 427 grams (0.94 pounds) |
Dimensions | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 113 x 70 x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 240 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-90 | BP-51 |
Self timer | Yes (5 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $349 | $2,499 |