Olympus SP-610UZ vs Ricoh PX

Here, we will be comparing the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Ricoh PX, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SP-610UZ (14MP) and the PX (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SP-610UZ was unveiled 7 months earlier than the PX and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the SP-610UZ grades against the PX for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-610UZ and Ricoh PX. The full galleries are provided at Olympus SP-610UZ Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-610UZ enjoys external measurements of 107mm x 73mm x 73mm (4.2" x 2.9" x 2.9") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Olympus SP-610UZ vs Ricoh PX in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SP-610UZ and the PX.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SP-610UZ and PX is 79 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements simply by looking through a spec sheet. The photograph here may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SP-610UZ and PX.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Ricoh PX to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older SP-610UZ will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.