Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony H400
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony H400 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 1/9000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 370g - 120 x 70 x 45mm
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-1550mm (F3.4-6.5) lens
- 628g - 130 x 95 x 122mm
- Launched February 2014

Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony H400 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony H400, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and H400 (20MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and H400 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

The GXR Mount A12 was launched 3 years before the H400 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H400 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the GXR Mount A12 matches up vs the H400 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony H400 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Sony H400 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Sony H400
GXR Mount A12 | H400 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony H400 over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
H400 | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Launched | February 2014 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 30 months |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony H400
GXR Mount A12 | H400 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony H400 Physical Comparison
If you are going to travel with your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 features physical dimensions 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 Sony H400 has dimensions of 130mm x 95mm x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") with a weight of 628 grams (1.38 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony H400 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the GXR Mount A12 versus the H400.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR Mount A12 and H400 is 84 and 62 respectively.

Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony H400 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The image underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR Mount A12 and H400.
Plainly, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GXR Mount A12 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Sony H400 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GXR Mount A12 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.

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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony H400 Specifications
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H400 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2011-08-05 | 2014-02-13 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz(R) |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 5152 x 3864 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | () | 25-1550mm (62.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.4-6.5 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 201k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/9000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.60 m | 8.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Flash Off, Advanced Flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 1280 X 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 370 grams (0.82 lb) | 628 grams (1.38 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 130 x 95 x 122mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | 300 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-90 | - |
Self timer | Yes (5 sec, custom) | Yes (Off, 10 sec, 2 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick PRO Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $349 | $268 |