Nikon L28 vs Ricoh PX
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Nikon L28 vs Ricoh PX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F) lens
- 164g - 95 x 60 x 29mm
- Released January 2013
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 156g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Released August 2011

Nikon L28 vs Ricoh PX Overview
Here is a extensive comparison of the Nikon L28 vs Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the L28 (20MP) and PX (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The L28 was launched 18 months later than the PX which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the L28 grades against the PX when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L28 vs Ricoh PX Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L28 & Ricoh PX. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L28 Gallery & Ricoh PX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L28 over the Ricoh PX
L28 | PX | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 18 months |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Nikon L28
PX | L28 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon L28 and Ricoh PX
L28 | PX | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L28 vs Ricoh PX Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon L28 enjoys outer dimensions of 95mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Ricoh PX has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Compare the Nikon L28 vs Ricoh PX in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the L28 against the PX.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the L28 and PX is 93 and 95 respectively.

Nikon L28 vs Ricoh PX Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reviewing specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the L28 and PX.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Nikon L28 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The more recent L28 should have an advantage in sensor tech.

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Nikon L28 vs Ricoh PX Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L28 | Ricoh PX | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L28 | Ricoh PX |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2013-01-29 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5152 x 3864 | 4608 x 3072 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focus range | - | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.50 m |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lb) | 156g (0.34 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 60 x 29mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 280 photos | - |
Style of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $90 | $329 |