Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX1

Here is a complete comparison of the Ricoh PX versus Samsung NX1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the PX (16MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the PX (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The PX was launched 4 years before the NX1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the PX matches up against the NX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh PX and Samsung NX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh PX has got physical measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung NX1 has measurements of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh PX versus Samsung NX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the PX compared to the NX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PX and NX1 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the PX and NX1.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The PX because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX1 will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older PX will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.