Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh PX
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Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh PX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Pentax Q Mount
- 200g - 102 x 58 x 34mm
- Revealed August 2013
- Old Model is Pentax Q10
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 156g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Released August 2011

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh PX Overview
The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Pentax Q7 versus Ricoh PX, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the Q7 (12MP) and PX (16MP) and the Q7 (1/1.7") and PX (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

The Q7 was brought out 2 years after the PX which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the Q7 scores vs the PX when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh PX Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Q7 & Ricoh PX. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax Q7 Gallery & Ricoh PX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax Q7 over the Ricoh PX
Q7 | PX | |||
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Released | August 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Newer by 25 months |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Pentax Q7
PX | Q7 |
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Common features in the Pentax Q7 and Ricoh PX
Q7 | PX | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh PX Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Pentax Q7 enjoys exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Pentax Q7 versus Ricoh PX in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Q7 against the PX.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Q7 and PX is 92 and 95 respectively.

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh PX Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The picture here may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Q7 and PX.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Q7 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Ricoh PX will give you greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern Q7 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh PX Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh PX Specifications
Pentax Q7 | Ricoh PX | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax Q7 | Ricoh PX |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2013-08-08 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Pentax Q | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Available lenses | 8 | - |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | TFT color LCD monitor, wide angle viewing, AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m (ISO100/m) | 3.50 m |
Flash options | P-TTL, Red-eye Reduction, Slow-speed Sync, Trailing Curtain Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | FullHD(1920x1080, 30fps/25fps/24fps), HD(1280x720,16:9,30fps/25fps/24fps), VGA(640x480,4:3,30fps/25fps/24fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 200 gr (0.44 pounds) | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 250 pictures | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | D-LI68 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (12 sec, 2 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC and Eye-Fi Card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $480 | $329 |