Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh PX

Following is a in depth analysis of the Olympus SZ-30MR and Ricoh PX, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and the PX (16MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was announced 5 months prior to the PX which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the SZ-30MR matches up versus the PX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SZ-30MR & Ricoh PX. The whole galleries are available at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Ricoh PX Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-30MR has got outside dimensions of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") accompanied by 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the SZ-30MR vs the PX.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and PX is 89 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ-30MR and PX.

Clearly, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect comparable quality of images but you will want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account.