Nikon P300 vs Ricoh PX
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Nikon P300 vs Ricoh PX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Released May 2011
- Newer Model is Nikon P310
(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
- Launched August 2011

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh PX Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Nikon P300 versus Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the P300 (12MP) and PX (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The P300 was introduced 2 months earlier than the PX so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the P300 matches up against the PX with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh PX Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Ricoh PX. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Ricoh PX
P300 | PX | |||
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Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+692k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Nikon P300
PX | P300 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focus |
Common features in the Nikon P300 and Ricoh PX
P300 | PX | |||
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Launched | May 2011 | ![]() | August 2011 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly display |
Nikon P300 vs Ricoh PX Physical Comparison
When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon P300 provides outer measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon P300 versus Ricoh PX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the P300 and the PX.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P300 and PX is 92 and 95 respectively.

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh PX Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the P300 and PX.
Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh PX to provide you with extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh PX Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P300 vs Ricoh PX Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Ricoh PX | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Ricoh PX |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2011-05-31 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed C2 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 922k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 189 grams (0.42 lbs) | 156 grams (0.34 lbs) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 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 | 240 photos | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $500 | $329 |