Ricoh PX vs Sony S2100
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Ricoh PX vs Sony S2100 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
- Introduced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Released January 2010
Ricoh PX vs Sony S2100 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Ricoh PX versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the PX (16MP) and S2100 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe PX was revealed 20 months later than the S2100 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the PX matches up vs the S2100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh PX vs Sony S2100 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh PX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The full galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Sony S2100
PX | S2100 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 20 months | |
Focus manually | More accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Ricoh PX
S2100 | PX | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Ricoh PX and Sony S2100
PX | S2100 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither contains Touch display |
Ricoh PX vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX has got outer measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check the Ricoh PX versus Sony S2100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the PX and the S2100.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the PX and S2100 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Ricoh PX vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The visual below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the PX and S2100.
To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh PX to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher PX will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh PX vs Sony S2100 Specifications
Ricoh PX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh PX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-08-16 | 2010-01-07 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 1.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156 grams (0.34 pounds) | 167 grams (0.37 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | DB-100 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $329 | $0 |