Canon SX520 HS vs Ricoh PX

In this article, we are looking at the Canon SX520 HS versus Ricoh PX, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX520 HS (16MP) and the PX (16MP) is fairly comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SX520 HS was unveiled 2 years after the PX which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the SX520 HS scores vs the PX in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX520 HS and Ricoh PX. The full galleries are provided at Canon SX520 HS Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon SX520 HS features physical dimensions of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 441 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX520 HS versus Ricoh PX in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the SX520 HS compared to the PX.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX520 HS and PX is 69 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The image underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the SX520 HS and PX.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you should take the production date of the cameras into account. The fresher SX520 HS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.