Ricoh PX vs Samsung PL210

Here, we will be looking at the Ricoh PX vs Samsung PL210, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the PX (16MP) and the PL210 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The PX was brought out 8 months later than the PL210 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple view of how the PX grades versus the PL210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh PX and Samsung PL210. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery and Samsung PL210 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh PX enjoys external measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh PX vs Samsung PL210 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the PX against the PL210.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PX and PL210 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking specs. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the PX and PL210.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Ricoh PX to give you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The younger PX provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.