Panasonic ZS70 vs Ricoh PX

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic ZS70 vs Ricoh PX, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS70 (20MP) and PX (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS70 was introduced 5 years later than the PX and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the ZS70 matches up vs the PX with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 and Ricoh PX. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic ZS70 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS70 enjoys outer dimensions of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") along with a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS70 vs Ricoh PX in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the ZS70 compared to the PX.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the ZS70 and PX is 87 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZS70 and PX.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS70 to resolve extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer ZS70 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.