Panasonic SZ7 vs Ricoh PX

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic SZ7 versus Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the SZ7 (14MP) and the PX (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The SZ7 was brought out 5 months after the PX and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the SZ7 grades against the PX in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7 & Ricoh PX. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ7 Gallery & Ricoh PX Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic SZ7 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has sizing of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic SZ7 versus Ricoh PX in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the SZ7 compared to the PX.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SZ7 and PX is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SZ7 and PX.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh PX to give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively.