Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX2000

In this article, we are reviewing the Ricoh PX and Samsung NX2000, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the PX (16MP) and the NX2000 (20MP) is very close but the PX (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The PX was introduced 3 years earlier than the NX2000 which is a fairly large difference 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 NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the PX scores against the NX2000 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh PX & Samsung NX2000. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery & Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh PX offers outside dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung NX2000 has measurements of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") along with a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the PX against the NX2000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PX and NX2000 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The pic below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PX and NX2000.

All in all, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The PX using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX2000 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged PX will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.