Canon SX260 HS vs Ricoh PX

On this page, we will be reviewing the Canon SX260 HS and Ricoh PX, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and PX (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was released 10 months after the PX and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the SX260 HS grades vs the PX for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS & Ricoh PX. The complete galleries are provided at Canon SX260 HS Gallery & Ricoh PX Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX260 HS features outside dimensions of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has dimensions 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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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the SX260 HS vs the PX.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SX260 HS and PX is 91 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the SX260 HS and PX.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Ricoh PX to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent SX260 HS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.