Ricoh PX vs Sony NEX-5

Following is a comprehensive overview of the Ricoh PX vs Sony NEX-5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the PX (16MP) and the NEX-5 (14MP) is relatively close but the PX (1/2.3") and NEX-5 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The PX was revealed 15 months after the NEX-5 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the PX grades against the NEX-5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh PX and Sony Alpha NEX-5. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony NEX-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX offers exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-5 has sizing of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 287 grams (0.63 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh PX vs Sony NEX-5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the PX versus the NEX-5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PX and NEX-5 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the PX and NEX-5.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The PX using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Ricoh PX will result in greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The younger PX provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.