Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony W350
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony W350 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
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-105mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 117g - 91 x 52 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2010
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony W350 Overview
Lets examine more in depth at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony W350, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and the W350 (14MP) is relatively close but the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and W350 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe GXR Mount A12 was revealed 20 months after the W350 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going through a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the GXR Mount A12 grades against the W350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony W350 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery & Sony W350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Sony W350
GXR Mount A12 | W350 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | January 2010 | More modern by 20 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W350 over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
W350 | GXR Mount A12 |
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Common features in the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony W350
GXR Mount A12 | W350 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony W350 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 features outer dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) and the Sony W350 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony W350 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the GXR Mount A12 and the W350.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GXR Mount A12 and W350 is 84 and 97 respectively.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony W350 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR Mount A12 and W350.
All in all, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GXR Mount A12 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony W350 will result in greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The newer GXR Mount A12 will have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony W350 Specifications
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-08-05 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 370.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 200 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | () | 26-105mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 1 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/9000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 9.60 m | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB 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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 370 gr (0.82 pounds) | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Dimensions | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 91 x 52 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
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 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | DB-90 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (5 sec, custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $349 | $200 |