Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony WX10

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony WX10, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and WX10 (16MP) and the GXR Mount A12 (APS-C) and WX10 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The GXR Mount A12 was launched 8 months later than the WX10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the GXR Mount A12 scores vs the WX10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery & Sony WX10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 provides exterior dimensions of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") having a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has proportions of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony WX10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the GXR Mount A12 versus the WX10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GXR Mount A12 and WX10 is 84 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GXR Mount A12 and WX10.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GXR Mount A12 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Sony WX10 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher GXR Mount A12 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.