Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX1000

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.