Ricoh PX vs Samsung HZ30W

Below is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh PX vs Samsung HZ30W, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the PX (16MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PX was manufactured 20 months later than the HZ30W making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the PX scores against the HZ30W in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh PX & Samsung HZ30W. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh PX enjoys outside measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the PX and the HZ30W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the PX and HZ30W is 95 and 91 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the PX and HZ30W.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Ricoh PX to resolve extra detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent PX provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.