Ricoh PX vs Sony A7S II

Following is a extensive assessment of the Ricoh PX versus Sony A7S II, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the PX (16MP) and A7S II (12MP) and the PX (1/2.3") and A7S II (Full frame) provide different sensor dimensions.

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The PX was revealed 5 years earlier than the A7S II which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise overview of how the PX matches up vs the A7S II with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh PX & Sony Alpha A7S II. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery & Sony A7S II Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony A7S II has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.4") having a weight of 627 grams (1.38 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh PX versus Sony A7S II in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the PX versus the A7S II.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the PX and A7S II is 95 and 68 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes merely by checking specs. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the PX and A7S II.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The PX having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Ricoh PX will give greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged PX is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.