Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony TX100V

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony TX100V, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and TX100V (16MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and TX100V (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor dimensions.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The GXR Mount A12 was manufactured 8 months later than the TX100V so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX100V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GXR Mount A12 scores versus the TX100V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 enjoys outside dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

See the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony TX100V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the GXR Mount A12 compared to the TX100V.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GXR Mount A12 and TX100V is 84 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading specs. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR Mount A12 and TX100V.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GXR Mount A12 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony TX100V will offer extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent GXR Mount A12 will have an advantage in sensor technology.