Canon SD4500 IS vs Ricoh PX

Below is a in depth review of the Canon SD4500 IS and Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the SD4500 IS (10MP) and PX (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SD4500 IS was introduced within a month of the PX which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the SD4500 IS grades against the PX in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD4500 IS and Ricoh PX. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SD4500 IS Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon SD4500 IS comes with outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 190 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Canon SD4500 IS and Ricoh PX in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SD4500 IS vs the PX.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the SD4500 IS and PX is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking specs. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the SD4500 IS and PX.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh PX to give more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics more aggressively.