Ricoh PX vs Sony T90

Let's take a more detailed look at the Ricoh PX and Sony T90, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the PX (16MP) and T90 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PX was revealed 2 years later than the T90 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the PX matches up versus the T90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh PX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh PX has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony T90 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh PX and Sony T90 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the PX versus the T90.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the PX and T90 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PX and T90.

As you can see, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh PX to produce extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer PX should have an advantage in sensor technology.