Ricoh GR vs Ricoh PX
90 Imaging
57 Features
54 Overall
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95 Imaging
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Ricoh GR vs Ricoh PX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28mm (F2.8) lens
- 245g - 117 x 61 x 35mm
- Released April 2013
- Successor is Ricoh GR II
(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
- Announced August 2011
Ricoh GR vs Ricoh PX Overview
Here is a detailed assessment of the Ricoh GR versus Ricoh PX, one being a Large Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are created by Ricoh. The image resolution of the GR (16MP) and the PX (16MP) is fairly comparable but the GR (APS-C) and PX (1/2.3") posses different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe GR was launched 21 months later than the PX making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh GR being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GR grades vs the PX with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh GR vs Ricoh PX Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh GR and Ricoh PX. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh GR Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh GR over the Ricoh PX
GR | PX | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | August 2011 | Fresher by 21 months | |
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Ricoh GR
PX | GR |
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Common features in the Ricoh GR and Ricoh PX
GR | PX | |||
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Manual focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither comes with Touch display |
Ricoh GR vs Ricoh PX Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh GR comes with exterior dimensions of 117mm x 61mm x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh GR versus Ricoh PX in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view size comparison of the GR vs the PX.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GR and PX is 90 and 95 respectively.
Ricoh GR vs Ricoh PX Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by going through technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GR and PX.
As you have seen, both the cameras come with the identical MP but different sensor sizing. The GR uses the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field easier. The fresher GR provides an advantage in sensor technology.
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Ricoh GR vs Ricoh PX Specifications
Ricoh GR | Ricoh PX | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh GR | Ricoh PX |
Category | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-04-17 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Large Sensor Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 23.7 x 15.7mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 372.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4928 x 3264 | 4608 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28mm (1x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8 | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 1,230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (optional) | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 300 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.40 m (at ISO 100) | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/4000 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25, 24 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 245 gr (0.54 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 117 x 61 x 35mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.4") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 78 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 23.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 13.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 972 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 290 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DB65 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $971 | $329 |