Olympus SH-50 vs Ricoh PX

Below is a extended overview of the Olympus SH-50 vs Ricoh PX, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the SH-50 (16MP) and the PX (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The SH-50 was announced 18 months later than the PX making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the SH-50 scores versus the PX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SH-50 and Ricoh PX. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SH-50 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-50 provides external measurements of 112mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has dimensions 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 Olympus SH-50 vs Ricoh PX in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the SH-50 against the PX.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SH-50 and PX is 88 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SH-50 and PX.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos but you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer SH-50 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.