Olympus SZ-11 vs Ricoh PX
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Olympus SZ-11 vs Ricoh PX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-500mm (F3.0-6.9) lens
- 226g - 106 x 69 x 40mm
- Announced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.4) lens
- 156g - 100 x 55 x 21mm
- Revealed August 2011

Olympus SZ-11 vs Ricoh PX Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Olympus SZ-11 vs Ricoh PX, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the SZ-11 (14MP) and the PX (16MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The SZ-11 was manufactured about the same time to the PX so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the SZ-11 matches up versus the PX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus SZ-11 vs Ricoh PX Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-11 and Ricoh PX. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SZ-11 over the Ricoh PX
SZ-11 | PX | |||
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Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh PX over the Olympus SZ-11
PX | SZ-11 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing |
Common features in the Olympus SZ-11 and Ricoh PX
SZ-11 | PX | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2011 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Olympus SZ-11 vs Ricoh PX Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-11 enjoys external dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") along with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus SZ-11 vs 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 during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-11 versus the PX.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-11 and PX is 89 and 95 respectively.

Olympus SZ-11 vs Ricoh PX Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-11 and PX.
As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Ricoh PX to deliver extra detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively.

Olympus SZ-11 vs Ricoh PX Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SZ-11 vs Ricoh PX Specifications
Olympus SZ-11 | Ricoh PX | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus SZ-11 | Ricoh PX |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-07-27 | 2011-08-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | TruePic III+ | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 4608 x 3072 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-500mm (20.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.0-6.9 | f/3.9-5.4 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 7.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.30 m (@ ISO 1600) | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | 226 gr (0.50 lbs) | 156 gr (0.34 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 106 x 69 x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") | 100 x 55 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 200 pictures | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | LI-50B | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $253 | $329 |