Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony A550

In this write-up, we are comparing the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony A550, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the A550 (14MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (APS-C).

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The GXR Mount A12 was launched 21 months after the A550 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A550 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a quick summary of how the GXR Mount A12 scores vs the A550 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A550. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Sony A550 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 features outside measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) while the Sony A550 has sizing of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony A550 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the GXR Mount A12 versus the A550.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR Mount A12 and A550 is 84 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes only by going over a spec sheet. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR Mount A12 and A550.

Clearly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony A550 to offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The younger GXR Mount A12 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.