Nikon L20 vs Ricoh PX

The following is a extended analysis of the Nikon L20 and Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the L20 (10MP) and PX (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L20 was introduced 3 years prior to the PX which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the L20 matches up vs the PX for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L20 & Ricoh PX. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L20 Gallery & Ricoh PX Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L20 offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 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).

Take a look at the Nikon L20 and Ricoh PX in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the L20 compared to the PX.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L20 and PX is 94 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the L20 and PX.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Ricoh PX to result in extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged L20 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.