Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh PX

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic ZR1 and Ricoh PX, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and PX (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZR1 was introduced 3 years earlier than the PX and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the ZR1 scores vs the PX when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 and Ricoh PX. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic ZR1 has physical measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 158 grams (0.35 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).

Compare the Panasonic ZR1 and Ricoh PX in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the ZR1 vs the PX.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the ZR1 and PX is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over specs. The visual underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the ZR1 and PX.

All in all, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh PX to offer greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older ZR1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.