Nikon L21 vs Ricoh PX

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.

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.

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.

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.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L21 and PX is 93 and 95 respectively.

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.