Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX300M

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX300M, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the PX (16MP) and the NX300M (20MP) is very well matched but the PX (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) come with totally different sensor dimensions.

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The PX was introduced 16 months prior to the NX300M making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the PX grades vs the NX300M when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh PX and Samsung NX300M. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery and Samsung NX300M Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh PX comes with external measurements 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 NX300M has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh PX vs Samsung NX300M in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the PX compared to the NX300M.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PX and NX300M is 95 and 86 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the PX and NX300M.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The PX having a tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX300M will resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged PX is going to be behind in sensor innovation.