Pentax X-5 vs Ricoh PX
65 Imaging
39 Features
50 Overall
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95 Imaging
39 Features
36 Overall
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Pentax X-5 vs Ricoh PX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-580mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 595g - 119 x 86 x 107mm
- Revealed August 2012
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 156g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2011
Pentax X-5 vs Ricoh PX Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Pentax X-5 and Ricoh PX, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the X-5 (16MP) and the PX (16MP) is pretty close and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe X-5 was released 13 months after the PX which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X-5 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the X-5 scores versus the PX with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Pentax X-5 vs Ricoh PX Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax X-5 and Ricoh PX. The complete galleries are available at Pentax X-5 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X-5 over the Ricoh PX
X-5 | PX | |||
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Revealed | August 2012 | August 2011 | Newer by 13 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Pentax X-5
PX | X-5 |
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Common features in the Pentax X-5 and Ricoh PX
X-5 | PX | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Pentax X-5 vs Ricoh PX Physical Comparison
If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Pentax X-5 has got outside dimensions of 119mm x 86mm x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") and a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) and the Ricoh PX has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check the Pentax X-5 and Ricoh PX in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the X-5 vs the PX.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the X-5 and PX is 65 and 95 respectively.
Pentax X-5 vs Ricoh PX Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the X-5 and PX.
To sum up, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos though you should always consider the release date of the cameras into account. The newer X-5 should have an edge in sensor tech.
Pentax X-5 vs Ricoh PX Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax X-5 vs Ricoh PX Specifications
Pentax X-5 | Ricoh PX | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax X-5 | Ricoh PX |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-08-22 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 22-580mm (26.4x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-5.9 | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 230k dots | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 9.10 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 595 gr (1.31 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 119 x 86 x 107mm (4.7" x 3.4" x 4.2") | 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 | 330 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $230 | $329 |