Nikon S6500 vs Ricoh PX

Here is a extensive review of the Nikon S6500 and Ricoh PX, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the S6500 (16MP) and the PX (16MP) is very close and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S6500 was brought out 18 months later than the PX making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S6500 grades versus the PX in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6500 and Ricoh PX. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S6500 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S6500 has physical dimensions of 95mm x 58mm x 26mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) and the Ricoh PX has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S6500 and Ricoh PX in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the S6500 vs the PX.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S6500 and PX is 92 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6500 and PX.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of files however you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer S6500 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.