Ricoh PX vs Sigma DP1x

Below, we will be contrasting the Ricoh PX and Sigma DP1x, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the PX (16MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the PX (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The PX was released 19 months later than the DP1x which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the PX matches up versus the DP1x in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh PX & Sigma DP1x. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh PX features exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the PX versus the DP1x.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PX and DP1x is 95 and 88 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specifications. The graphic here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the PX and DP1x.

Plainly, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The PX because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Ricoh PX will offer you more detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern PX is going to have an edge in sensor technology.