Nikon S32 vs Ricoh PX

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon S32 vs Ricoh PX, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S32 (13MP) and the PX (16MP) is relatively comparable but the S32 (1/3") and PX (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The S32 was launched 2 years later than the PX and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the S32 grades vs the PX when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S32 & Ricoh PX. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S32 Gallery & Ricoh PX Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S32 enjoys outside dimensions of 108mm x 66mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh PX has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the S32 and the PX.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S32 and PX is 90 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specs. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the S32 and PX.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S32 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more difficult and the Ricoh PX will provide extra detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer S32 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.