Ricoh PX vs Sony NEX-5N
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Ricoh PX vs Sony NEX-5N Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 156g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 269g - 111 x 59 x 38mm
- Announced October 2011
- Old Model is Sony NEX-5
- Successor is Sony NEX-5R
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Following is a complete assessment of the Ricoh PX versus Sony NEX-5N, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the PX (16MP) and the NEX-5N (16MP) is fairly well matched but the PX (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) come with different sensor size.
Photography GlossaryThe PX was brought out at a similar time to the NEX-5N and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the PX matches up against the NEX-5N in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Sony NEX-5N
| PX | NEX-5N |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony NEX-5N over the Ricoh PX
| NEX-5N | PX | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh PX and Sony NEX-5N
| PX | NEX-5N | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | August 2011 |  | October 2011 | Similar generation |
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen |
Ricoh PX vs Sony NEX-5N Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh PX enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh PX versus Sony NEX-5N in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the PX vs the NEX-5N.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the PX and NEX-5N is 95 and 89 respectively.
Ricoh PX vs Sony NEX-5N Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the PX and NEX-5N.
Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor sizes. The PX offers the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher.
Ricoh PX vs Sony NEX-5N Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh PX vs Sony NEX-5N Specifications
| Ricoh PX | Sony Alpha NEX-5N | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model | Ricoh PX | Sony Alpha NEX-5N |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
| Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2011-10-03 |
| Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 16MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4912 x 3264 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 25 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Sony E |
| Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | - |
| Max aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | - |
| Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
| Amount of lenses | - | 121 |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Screen tech | - | Tilt Up 80°, Down 45° TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.50 m | 12.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 156 gr (0.34 lb) | 269 gr (0.59 lb) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 111 x 59 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | 77 |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.6 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.7 |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | 1079 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | - | 460 shots |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | DB-100 | NPFW50 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10sec (3 images)) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $329 | $550 |