Ricoh PX vs Samsung CL80

In this article, we will be evaluating the Ricoh PX vs Samsung CL80, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the PX (16MP) and the CL80 (14MP) is pretty comparable and they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PX was manufactured 20 months after the CL80 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the PX matches up versus the CL80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh PX & Samsung CL80. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh PX enjoys outside 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) and the Samsung CL80 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh PX vs Samsung CL80 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view size comparison of the PX vs the CL80.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PX and CL80 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The pic below may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the PX and CL80.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Ricoh PX to show extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer PX should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.