Ricoh PX vs Sony WX50
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96 Imaging
39 Features
36 Overall
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Ricoh PX vs Sony WX50 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
- Released August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 117g - 92 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
Ricoh PX vs Sony WX50 Overview
Let's look more closely at the Ricoh PX and Sony WX50, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the PX (16MP) and the WX50 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe PX was introduced 5 months prior to the WX50 and they are both of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the PX scores vs the WX50 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh PX vs Sony WX50 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh PX & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery & Sony WX50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Sony WX50
PX | WX50 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus |
Reasons to pick Sony WX50 over the Ricoh PX
WX50 | PX | |||
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Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Sharper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh PX and Sony WX50
PX | WX50 | |||
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Revealed | August 2011 | January 2012 | Similar age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Ricoh PX vs Sony WX50 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX has exterior measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony WX50 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).
See the Ricoh PX and Sony WX50 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the PX compared to the WX50.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the PX and WX50 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh PX vs Sony WX50 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the PX and WX50.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of images but you should consider the launch date of the products into consideration.
Ricoh PX vs Sony WX50 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh PX vs Sony WX50 Specifications
Ricoh PX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh PX | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX50 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-08-16 | 2012-01-30 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3072 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.9-5.4 | f/2.6-6.3 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 461k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | Clearfoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 5.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 156 gr (0.34 pounds) | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") | 92 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 240 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-100 | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $329 | $250 |