Ricoh PX vs Sony W530
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Ricoh PX vs Sony W530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 156g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
Ricoh PX vs Sony W530 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Ricoh PX vs Sony W530, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the PX (16MP) and the W530 (14MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe PX was unveiled 8 months after the W530 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the PX grades versus the W530 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh PX vs Sony W530 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh PX & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery & Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Sony W530
PX | W530 | |||
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Launched | August 2011 | January 2011 | More modern by 8 months | |
Focus manually | More precise focus |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Ricoh PX
W530 | PX |
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Common features in the Ricoh PX and Sony W530
PX | W530 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh PX vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh PX comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony W530 has proportions of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh PX vs Sony W530 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the PX vs the W530.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the PX and W530 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh PX vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The image below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the PX and W530.
All in all, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Ricoh PX to deliver extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher PX provides a benefit in sensor innovation.
Ricoh PX vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh PX vs Sony W530 Specifications
Ricoh PX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh PX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-08-16 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.7-5.7 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156 grams (0.34 lb) | 113 grams (0.25 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $329 | $269 |