Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony FX30

In this article, we will be matching up the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony FX30, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and FX30 (26MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (APS-C).

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The GXR Mount A12 was brought out 12 years earlier than the FX30 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief overview of how the GXR Mount A12 grades vs the FX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony FX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Sony FX30 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 features external measurements of 120mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 370 grams (0.82 lbs) and the Sony FX30 has specifications of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony FX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the GXR Mount A12 compared to the FX30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GXR Mount A12 and FX30 is 84 and 64 respectively.

Typically, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The graphic here should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GXR Mount A12 and FX30.

As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony FX30 to show greater detail having its extra 14MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older GXR Mount A12 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.