Ricoh PX vs Sony S980
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Ricoh PX vs Sony S980 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 33-132mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 167g - 93 x 56 x 24mm
- Introduced February 2009
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In this article, we are matching up the Ricoh PX and Sony S980, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the PX (16MP) and S980 (12MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe PX was introduced 2 years later than the S980 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the PX matches up against the S980 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Sony S980
| PX | S980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2011 |  | February 2009 | More recent by 31 months |
Reasons to pick Sony S980 over the Ricoh PX
| S980 | PX |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh PX and Sony S980
| PX | S980 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equivalent display size |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Ricoh PX vs Sony S980 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh PX comes with physical dimensions 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 S980 has dimensions of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the PX versus the S980.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PX and S980 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Ricoh PX vs Sony S980 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The photograph underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the PX and S980.
All in all, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Ricoh PX to produce greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent PX will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh PX vs Sony S980 Specifications
| Ricoh PX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model type | Ricoh PX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2011-08-16 | 2009-02-17 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focusing range | 3cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 2 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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) |
| Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 93 x 56 x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - |
| 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, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $329 | $300 |