Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony A37
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony A37 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
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- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.6" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony/Minolta Alpha Mount
- 506g - 124 x 92 x 85mm
- Launched May 2012
- Previous Model is Sony A35
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony A37 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony A37, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the GXR Mount A12 (12MP) and A37 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (APS-C).
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe GXR Mount A12 was revealed 9 months prior to the A37 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.
Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GXR Mount A12 matches up vs the A37 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony A37 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony SLT-A37. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh GXR Mount A12 Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GXR Mount A12 over the Sony A37
GXR Mount A12 | A37 | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.6" | Larger display (+0.4") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony A37 over the Ricoh GXR Mount A12
A37 | GXR Mount A12 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | August 2011 | Newer by 9 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display |
Common features in the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony A37
GXR Mount A12 | A37 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony A37 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh GXR Mount A12 offers exterior 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 A37 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh GXR Mount A12 and Sony A37 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the GXR Mount A12 vs the A37.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the GXR Mount A12 and A37 is 84 and 67 respectively.
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony A37 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GXR Mount A12 and A37.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony A37 to show greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GXR Mount A12 will be behind in sensor technology.
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Ricoh GXR Mount A12 vs Sony A37 Specifications
Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sony SLT-A37 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh GXR Mount A12 | Sony SLT-A37 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Introduced | 2011-08-05 | 2012-05-16 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 2848 | 4912 x 3264 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 200 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Sony/Minolta Alpha |
Lens zoom range | () | - |
Number of lenses | - | 143 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.6 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 1s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/9000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.60 m | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, High Speed Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in, Wireless |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (24 fps), 320 x 240 (24 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 29.97 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 640 x 424 (29.97 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 370g (0.82 pounds) | 506g (1.12 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 120 x 70 x 45mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.8") | 124 x 92 x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 799 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 pictures | 500 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-90 | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (5 sec, custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $349 | $522 |