Pentax X70 vs Ricoh PX

Let's examine more in depth at the Pentax X70 and Ricoh PX, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the X70 (12MP) and PX (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The X70 was released 3 years before the PX and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the X70 grades versus the PX when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax X70 and Ricoh PX. The complete galleries are viewable at Pentax X70 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Pentax X70 features outside measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Ricoh PX has measurements 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 the Pentax X70 and Ricoh PX in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the X70 against the PX.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and PX is 71 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor sizing purely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the X70 and PX.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should expect to see the Ricoh PX to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The older X70 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.