Ricoh PX vs Sony a5100

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Ricoh PX versus Sony a5100, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the PX (16MP) and a5100 (24MP) and the PX (1/2.3") and a5100 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The PX was unveiled 4 years earlier than the a5100 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony a5100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a simple summary of how the PX scores vs the a5100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh PX & Sony Alpha a5100. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery & Sony a5100 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX enjoys outside dimensions 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 a5100 has sizing of 110mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.4") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the PX versus the a5100.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the PX and a5100 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the PX and a5100.

All in all, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The PX with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony a5100 will resolve greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older PX is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.