Nikon L22 vs Ricoh PX

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon L22 and Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the L22 (12MP) and PX (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The L22 was unveiled 18 months prior to the PX making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the L22 matches up vs the PX when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L22 and Ricoh PX. The full galleries are available at Nikon L22 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L22 comes with outside dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 183 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L22 and Ricoh PX in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the L22 compared to the PX.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the L22 and PX is 93 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L22 and PX.

To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh PX to resolve greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images more aggressively. The older L22 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.