Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony TF1
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony TF1 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
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.6-4.7) lens
- 152g - 102 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched June 2013
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony TF1 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 versus Sony TF1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Waterproof by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and TF1 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GXR Mount A12 was released 22 months prior to the TF1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GXR Mount A12 scores vs the TF1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony TF1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Sony TF1
GXR Mount A12 | TF1 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony TF1 over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
TF1 | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | August 2011 | More recent by 22 months | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony TF1
GXR Mount A12 | TF1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony TF1 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 has got outside 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 TF1 has measurements of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 versus Sony TF1 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the GXR Mount A12 compared to the TF1.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GXR Mount A12 and TF1 is 84 and 94 respectively.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony TF1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor measurements purely by looking through specifications. The graphic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR Mount A12 and TF1.
Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GXR Mount A12 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony TF1 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The older GXR Mount A12 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony TF1 Specifications
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Waterproof |
Released | 2011-08-05 | 2013-06-21 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.6-4.7 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1s | 2s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/9000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.60 m | 3.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 370 gr (0.82 pounds) | 152 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 102 x 62 x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 shots | 240 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-90 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (5 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $349 | $266 |