Ricoh PX vs Samsung ST65

Its time to look a little more closely at the Ricoh PX versus Samsung ST65, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the PX (16MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PX was launched 7 months later than the ST65 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the PX scores against the ST65 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh PX and Samsung ST65. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh PX offers external dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung ST65 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Check the Ricoh PX versus Samsung ST65 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the PX vs the ST65.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PX and ST65 is 95 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reading technical specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PX and ST65.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh PX to offer more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer PX provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.