Olympus VG-145 vs Ricoh PX

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Olympus VG-145 vs Ricoh PX, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the VG-145 (14MP) and the PX (16MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The VG-145 was unveiled within a month of the PX which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Olympus VG-145 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the VG-145 matches up vs the PX with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus VG-145 and Ricoh PX. The full galleries are provided at Olympus VG-145 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus VG-145 features outer measurements of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Ricoh PX has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus VG-145 vs Ricoh PX in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the VG-145 versus the PX.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the VG-145 and PX is 96 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specifications. The photograph below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the VG-145 and PX.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh PX to produce greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively.