Canon 400D vs Ricoh PX

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Canon 400D and Ricoh PX, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the 400D (10MP) and PX (16MP) and the 400D (APS-C) and PX (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The 400D was brought out 5 years before the PX which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon 400D being a Compact SLR camera and the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 400D grades against the PX with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 400D & Ricoh PX. The entire galleries are available at Canon 400D Gallery & Ricoh PX Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 400D provides physical measurements of 127mm x 94mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) whilst the Ricoh PX has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the 400D versus the PX.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 400D and PX is 69 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by going through a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the 400D and PX.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 400D because of its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Ricoh PX will provide greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged 400D will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.