Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX1000
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Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX1000 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
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced April 2012
- Newer Model is Samsung NX1100
Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Ricoh PX versus Samsung NX1000, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the PX (16MP) and the NX1000 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the PX (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe PX was revealed 8 months earlier than the NX1000 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the PX grades against the NX1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh PX & Samsung NX1000. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery & Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Samsung NX1000
PX | NX1000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Ricoh PX
NX1000 | PX | |||
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Announced | April 2012 | August 2011 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Sharper screen (+691k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh PX and Samsung NX1000
PX | NX1000 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh PX has got outer measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check the Ricoh PX versus Samsung NX1000 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the PX versus the NX1000.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PX and NX1000 is 95 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the PX and NX1000.
All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The PX having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX1000 will resolve greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older PX is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX1000 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Ricoh PX | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh PX | Samsung NX1000 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2011-08-16 | 2012-04-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | - |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156g (0.34 lb) | 222g (0.49 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-100 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $329 | $388 |