Ricoh PX vs Samsung EX2F

Following is a in-depth review of the Ricoh PX versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the PX (16MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the PX (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The PX was launched 16 months prior to the EX2F which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the PX grades against the EX2F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh PX & Samsung EX2F. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh PX has physical 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) while the Samsung EX2F has dimensions of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the PX vs the EX2F.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the PX and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the PX and EX2F.

Clearly, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The PX because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Ricoh PX will provide more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged PX will be behind in sensor tech.