Ricoh PX vs Sony NEX-F3

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Ricoh PX versus Sony NEX-F3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PX (16MP) and the NEX-F3 (16MP) is pretty similar but the PX (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The PX was released 12 months earlier than the NEX-F3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the PX grades vs the NEX-F3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh PX and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh PX enjoys exterior measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony NEX-F3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh PX versus Sony NEX-F3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the PX versus the NEX-F3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the PX and NEX-F3 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes simply by going over technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the PX and NEX-F3.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizes. The PX features the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower DOF trickier. The more aged PX is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.