Ricoh PX vs Samsung HZ50W
95 Imaging
39 Features
36 Overall
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70 Imaging
37 Features
44 Overall
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Ricoh PX vs Samsung HZ50W Key Specs
(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
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Revealed May 2010
- Additionally Known as WB5500
Photography Glossary Ricoh PX vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
Below, we are contrasting the Ricoh PX versus Samsung HZ50W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PX (16MP) and the HZ50W (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe PX was released 16 months later than the HZ50W making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a short view of how the PX scores versus the HZ50W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh PX & Samsung HZ50W. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Samsung HZ50W
| PX | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2011 |  | May 2010 | More recent by 16 months |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Ricoh PX
| HZ50W | PX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Ricoh PX and Samsung HZ50W
| PX | HZ50W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Identical display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Ricoh PX vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX has got outside measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung HZ50W has sizing of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
See the Ricoh PX versus Samsung HZ50W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the PX against the HZ50W.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PX and HZ50W is 95 and 70 respectively.
Ricoh PX vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the PX and HZ50W.
Clearly, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Ricoh PX to provide more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent PX provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
Ricoh PX vs Samsung HZ50W Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh PX vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
| Ricoh PX | Samsung HZ50W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh PX | Samsung HZ50W |
| Alternate name | - | WB5500 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2011-08-16 | 2010-05-03 |
| Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 156 grams (0.34 lbs) | 426 grams (0.94 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | DB-100 | SLB-11A |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $329 | $250 |