Ricoh PX vs Sony S2100

Here, we are evaluating the Ricoh PX versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the PX (16MP) and S2100 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The PX was revealed 20 months later than the S2100 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the PX matches up vs the S2100 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh PX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The full galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony S2100 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX has got outer measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony S2100 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Ricoh PX versus Sony S2100 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the PX and the S2100.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the PX and S2100 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specifications. The visual below will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the PX and S2100.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Ricoh PX to deliver extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher PX will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.