Olympus TG-1 iHS vs Ricoh PX

Below, we are analyzing the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Ricoh PX, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the TG-1 iHS (12MP) and PX (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The TG-1 iHS was launched 9 months later than the PX which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the TG-1 iHS matches up versus the PX in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Tough TG-1 iHS and Ricoh PX. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus TG-1 iHS Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-1 iHS has got external measurements of 112mm x 67mm x 30mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.2") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) and 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).

Check out the Olympus TG-1 iHS versus Ricoh PX in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the TG-1 iHS versus the PX.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TG-1 iHS and PX is 91 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the TG-1 iHS and PX.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh PX to provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent TG-1 iHS provides an advantage in sensor innovation.