Ricoh PX vs Samsung ST93

Following is a in depth comparison of the Ricoh PX versus Samsung ST93, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the PX (16MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The PX was announced 4 months after the ST93 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the PX scores vs the ST93 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh PX & Samsung ST93. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh PX has got physical dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh PX versus Samsung ST93 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the PX vs the ST93.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the PX and ST93 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specifications. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the PX and ST93.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photographs but you have to take the launch date of the cameras into account.