Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX
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![Nikon Coolpix L21 front Nikon Coolpix L21 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L21/Nikon-L21-front.jpg)
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Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 156g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Introduced August 2011
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Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX Overview
In this article, we are contrasting the Nikon L21 and Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the L21 (8MP) and PX (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The L21 was launched 18 months prior to the PX making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the L21 grades against the PX with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Ricoh PX. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L21 Gallery & Ricoh PX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Ricoh PX
L21 | PX |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Nikon L21
PX | L21 | |||
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Introduced | August 2011 | ![]() | February 2010 | Fresher by 18 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and Ricoh PX
L21 | PX | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Identical display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon L21 comes with external measurements of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Ricoh PX has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L21 and Ricoh PX in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the L21 and the PX.
![Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX size comparison Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L21-vs-Ricoh-PX-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L21 and PX is 93 and 95 respectively.
![Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX top view buttons comparison Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L21-vs-Ricoh-PX-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The photograph below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the L21 and PX.
Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh PX to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older L21 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
![Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX sensor size comparison Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L21-vs-Ricoh-PX-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L21-vs-Ricoh-PX-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L21 | Ricoh PX | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L21 | Ricoh PX |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2011-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 8 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3072 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 169g (0.37 pounds) | 156g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 2 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $180 | $329 |