Ricoh PX vs Sony HX99

Lets look more closely at the Ricoh PX and Sony HX99, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PX (16MP) and the HX99 (18MP) is very close but the PX (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) provide totally different sensor size.

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The PX was released 8 years earlier than the HX99 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the PX matches up against the HX99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh PX & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery & Sony HX99 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh PX offers exterior 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) and the Sony HX99 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the PX against the HX99.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the PX and HX99 is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the PX and HX99.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The PX featuring a larger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Sony HX99 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged PX will be behind in sensor innovation.