Ricoh PX vs Sony RX100 II

The following is a extended overview of the Ricoh PX vs Sony RX100 II, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the PX (16MP) and the RX100 II (20MP) is very close but the PX (1/2.3") and RX100 II (1") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The PX was introduced 22 months prior to the RX100 II making them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 II being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the PX matches up versus the RX100 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh PX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 II. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony RX100 II Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh PX features outer measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony RX100 II has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 38mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 281 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the PX vs the RX100 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the PX and RX100 II is 95 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The image below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the PX and RX100 II.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The PX with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony RX100 II will provide you with extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged PX will be behind in sensor tech.