Ricoh PX Review
Main Features
- 16.0 MP 1/2.3" CCD sensor
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Image Stabilization: Yes
- 2.7″ Fixed Type Screen
- ViewFinder: No
- 1.0 fps Continuous Shooting
- Video: 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps)
- Built-in Wireless: No
- Dimensions: 100 x 55 x 21 mm
- Weight: 156 g
- Environmental Sealing: Yes
- Built-in GPS: No
Ricoh PX Summary
This review is devoted to PX that Ricoh has first introduced to the public in Aug 16, 2011. This model is a Small Sensor Compact camera with a resolution of 16.0 MP and a 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sized CCD sensor.
In Small Sensor Compact cameras (Top 10 Compact Cameras) this model has taken rank #171 out of 472. Its Overall Score has reached 44/100 and it takes a rank of #429 out of 1174 in all Cameras.
Ricoh PX Compared to other Compact Cameras
Now let's delve into more details of our Ricoh PX review by assessing its features and specs, as well as checking what pros and cons it has compared to other average products in this category.
PROs
- AutoFocus Face Detection: Yes
- Viewfinder: No
- Image Stabilization: Yes
- Built-In Flash: Yes
- Environmental Sealing: Yes
- Weight: 175 g
CONs
- Screen Type: Fixed Type
- Touch Screen: No
- Viewfinder Coverage: No
- Viewfinder Magnification: No
- External Flash: No
- Max Native Iso: 3200
- Af Phase Detection: No
- Microphone Port: No
Complete Comparison of Ricoh PX With Other Cameras in Small Sensor Compact Category
In this part of our review, we are going to take a closer look at the technical specs and features presented in Ricoh PX. In addition, we are going to define the main pros and cons of this model and, based on this info, compare it to other average Small Sensor Compact cameras.
Physical Characteristics Of Ricoh PX
Ricoh PX has the following external dimensions 100 x 100 x 21 mm (39.37 x 21.65 x 8.27″) with the weight of 156 g.
The typical weight for average Small Sensor Compact type cameras is 175g. If we compare the average indicator of the weight of Ricoh PX, we can conclude that this model is lighter than many other similar products.
Talking about the camera’s thickness, it is worth saying that Ricoh PX is thinner than other average cameras from this class. Its thickness is 21mm.
Look at the pictures below to see the front and top view of Ricoh PX with the indication of this model’s dimensions:
If you want to have a better idea of how big the Ricoh PX is, look at the pictures below to see how big it is compared to a credit card and a AA type battery.
Finally, let's check how different are the weight and thickness of the Ricoh PX compared to other models from this class of cameras presented by the brand’s competitors:
Thickness
Weight
Unfortunately, Ricoh PX comes without a waterproof feature, so if you want it to serve well and last longer, you will have to use it very carefully and avoid water.
Unfortunately, Ricoh PX comes without a dustproof feature, so if you want it to serve well and last longer, you will have to use it very carefully and protect your camera from external threats such as dust.
Ricoh PX Photo and Sensor Features
Ricoh PX comes with Smooth Imaging Engine IV processor. This model also boasts of a resolution of 16.0 MP and is equipped with a 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sized CCD sensor.
The base of Ricoh PX has the following ISO range 100 - 3200 .
Unfortunately, the support of the RAW file is not included in Ricoh PX. However, if you are looking specifically for a Compact camera with a RAW file support, you should check out one of the following models from the same class and within similar price range .
Ricoh PX features a 16.0 MP 1/2.3" sensor, which is not a good pick for high-quality and detailed pictures. However, we have an alternative option for you if you were looking for higher resolution.
Anti-Aliasing Filter
Ricoh PX is known for the lack of anti-alias (Low-pass) filter. It is one of its essential features of the sensor built in this model. The absence of this filter contributes to a higher level of details and sharpness in the pictures you take. Yet, the lack of an anti-alias filter also enhances the possibility of more occurring in certain conditions.
Now let’s check how we can compare the size of 1/2.3" sensor featured in Ricoh PX with other standard sensor sizes.
Other Characteristics And Features of Ricoh PX
LCD and ViewFinder
Ricoh PX is equipped with a Fixed Type 2.7" LCD screen. The resolution of this model’s screen reaches 230k dots.
In addition, this model comes with a built-in ViewFinder.
Max Shutter speed
Some of the other highlights of Ricoh PX are its 1.0 fps max speed and 1/2000 sec max shutter speed, which allow you to shoot continuously.
Flash
Unlike some other cameras from this category, PX unfortunately, is not equipped with a built-in flash.
Focusing
In addition, PX has a Face detection AF feature that quickly finds the faces that appear within the frame range and locks the focus on them automatically.
Video Features
As for the video quality characteristics of Ricoh PX, it gives you a possibility to shoot videos at the highest resolution of 1280 x 720 You also have enough flexibility in terms of how you can save your files. Namely, Ricoh PX allows you to save files in Motion JPEG formats.
Comparing the technical characteristics of this model with the modern standards, we have to admit that 1280 x 720 is a rather poor indicator of video resolution. However, if you are looking for a camera that has 4K video support, we recommend you to consider our Cheapest Camera with 4K video.
Ricoh PX is not equipped with any ports that would allow you to connect external headphones and microphones to it.
Connectivity and Storage
You can connect PX to compatible devices via its USB 2.0 or HDMI ports.
How Good is Ricoh PX for Different Types of Photography?
In this part of our review, we are going to focus on Ricoh PX’s performance in various fields of photography. Each sub-section stands for a specific photography area. In every part, we will review Ricoh PX’s name performance and give it an overall score. This first spider web graph indicates how we can compare the PX to the average Compact camera.
Hover your mouse over the points to see the score details for each photography type.
Ricoh PX for Portrait Photography
After carefully reviewing how well Ricoh PX performs Portrait Photography, we gave it a score of 44. Compared to scores of other cameras from the same class, Ricoh PX can be called a Intermediate model for this type of photography.
If the score of this model doesn’t impress you and you are still looking for a model that is better suited for Portrait Photography, we recommend you to check out our Top 10 Cameras for Portrait Photography.
Advantages:
- Image Stabilization
- Face Detection Focusing
Disadvantages:
- Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
Ricoh PX for Street Photography
After carefully reviewing how well Ricoh PX performs Street Photography, we gave it a score of 57. Compared to scores of other cameras from the same class, Ricoh PX can be called a Strong model for this type of photography.
Advantages:
- Small size (100 x 55 x 21 mm)
- Live View
- Image Stabilization
Disadvantages:
- No Built-in View Finder
- Small 1/2.3"(6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
Ricoh PX for Sports Photography
After carefully reviewing how well Ricoh PX performs Sports Photography, we gave it a score of 48. Compared to scores of other cameras from the same class, Ricoh PX can be called a 48 model for this type of photography.
Advantages:
- Environmental Sealing
- No View Finder
Disadvantages:
- Slow Continuous Shooting (1.0 fps)
- Slow Max Shutter Speed (1/2000s)
- Bad Max Native ISO (3200)
- Small size (100 x 55 x 21 mm)
Ricoh PX for Daily Photography
After carefully reviewing how well Ricoh PX performs Daily Photography, we gave it a score of 56. Compared to scores of other cameras from the same class, Ricoh PX can be called a Strong model for this type of photography.
Advantages:
- Small weight (156 g)
- Small size (100 x 55 x 21 mm)
- Built-in Flash
- Video is available
Disadvantages:
- Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
- No Built-in View Finder
Ricoh PX for Landscape Photography
After carefully reviewing how well Ricoh PX performs Landscape Photography, we gave it a score of 52. Compared to scores of other cameras from the same class, Ricoh PX can be called a 52 model for this type of photography.
If the score of this model doesn’t impress you and you are still looking for a model that is better suited for Landscape Photography, we recommend you to check out our Top 10 Cameras for Landscape Photography.
Advantages:
- Environmental Sealing
Disadvantages:
- Small 1/2.3" (6.17 x 4.55 mm) sensor
- Low resolution sensor (16 MP)
- No RAW Support
- Bad Max Native ISO (3200)
Ricoh PX Detailed Specs
| General | ||
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| Brand | Ricoh | |
| Model | PX | |
| Announced | Aug 16, 2011 | |
| Body Type | Compact | |
| Lens | ||
| Manual Focus |  |
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| Lens Mount | Fixed lens | |
| Number of Lenses | n/a | |
| Focal Length Multiplier | n/a | |
| Macro Focus Range | 3 | |
| Screen | ||
| Screen Type | Fixed Type | |
| Screen Size | 2.7″ | |
| Screen Resolution | 230k dots | |
| Live View | |
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| Touch Screen |  |
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| ViewFinder | ||
| ViewFinder | ||
| ViewFinder Resolution | 0k dots | |
| ViewFinder Coverage | % | |
| ViewFinder Magnification | ||
| Photography Features | ||
| Min Shutter Speed | 8 s | |
| Max Shutter Speed | 1/2000 s | |
| Continuous Shooting | 1.0 fps | |
| Shutter Priority | |
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| Aperture Priority | |
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| Manual Exposure Mode | |
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| Exposure Compensation | |
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| Custom White Balance | |
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| Image Stabilization | |
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| Built-in Flash | |
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| Flash Range | 3.5 | |
| Flash Modes | Auto, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | |
| External Flash | |
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| AE Bracketing | |
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| WB Bracketing | |
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| Exposure Modes | ||
| Multi-Segment | |
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| Average | |
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| Spot | |
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| Partial | |
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| AF-Area | |
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| Center Weighted | |
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| Sensor | ||
| Sensor Type | CCD | |
| Sensor Size | 1/2.3" | |
| Sensor Dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55 mm | |
| Sensor Area | 28.07 mm2 | |
| Sensor Resolution | 16.0 MP | |
| Max Image Resolution | 4608 x 3072 | |
| Max Native ISO | 3,200 | |
| Max Boosted ISO | n/a | |
| Min Native ISO | 100 | |
| RAW Support | |
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| AutoFocus | ||
| AF Touch | |
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| AF Continuous | |
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| AF Single | |
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| AF Tracking | |
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| AF Selective | |
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| AF Center | |
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| AF Multi Area | |
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| AF Live View | |
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| AF Face Detection | |
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| AF Contrast Detection | |
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| AF Phase Detection | |
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| Number of Focus Points | n/a | |
| Number of Cross Focus Points | n/a | |
| Video Features | ||
| Video Resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | |
| Max Video Resolution | 1280 x 720 | |
| Video Formats | Motion JPEG | |
| Microphone Port | |
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| Headphone Port | |
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| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless Connectivity | |
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| HDMI | |
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| USB | USB 2.0 | |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental Sealing | |
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| Water Proof | |
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| Dust Proof | |
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| Shock Proof | |
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| Crush Proof | |
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| Freeze Proof | |
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| Weight | 156 g | |
| Physical Dimensions | 100 x 55 x 21 mm | |
| Battery Life | n/a | |
| Battery Type | n/a | |
| Battery Model | DB-100 | |
| Other Features | ||
| Self Timer | |
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| Timelapse Recording | |
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| GPS | ||
| Storage Type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | |
| Storage Slots | 1 | |
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