Ricoh PX vs Samsung TL500

Here is a complete analysis of the Ricoh PX and Samsung TL500, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the PX (16MP) and TL500 (10MP) and the PX (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") offer different sensor measurements.

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The PX was introduced 14 months later than the TL500 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the PX grades versus the TL500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh PX and Samsung TL500. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery and Samsung TL500 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh PX provides outside dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL500 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the PX against the TL500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PX and TL500 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PX and TL500.

As you can see, both cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The PX having a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Ricoh PX will give you extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent PX should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.