Ricoh PX vs Sony S930
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Ricoh PX vs Sony S930 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
- Announced August 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.4" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 320 x 240 video
- 38-108mm (F2.9-5.4) lens
- 167g - 90 x 61 x 26mm
- Revealed January 2009
Ricoh PX vs Sony S930 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Ricoh PX versus Sony S930, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the PX (16MP) and S930 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe PX was launched 2 years later than the S930 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the PX grades vs the S930 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh PX vs Sony S930 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh PX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony S930 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Sony S930
PX | S930 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | January 2009 | Fresher by 32 months | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.4" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 112k | Crisper screen (+118k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S930 over the Ricoh PX
S930 | PX |
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Common features in the Ricoh PX and Sony S930
PX | S930 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Ricoh PX vs Sony S930 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX features outer dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony S930 has sizing of 90mm x 61mm x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
See the Ricoh PX versus Sony S930 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the PX versus the S930.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the PX and S930 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Ricoh PX vs Sony S930 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The graphic below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PX and S930.
Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh PX to give you extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer PX will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Ricoh PX vs Sony S930 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh PX vs Sony S930 Specifications
Ricoh PX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh PX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S930 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-08-16 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
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 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 38-108mm (2.8x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.9-5.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 2.4" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 112k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1/8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Forced Flash, Slow Syncro, No Flash |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 lb) | 167 gr (0.37 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 90 x 61 x 26mm (3.5" x 2.4" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 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 / PRo-HG Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $329 | $219 |