Ricoh PX vs Sony TX200V

Let's take a more detailed look at the Ricoh PX versus Sony TX200V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the PX (16MP) and the TX200V (18MP) is pretty similar and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The PX was unveiled 5 months prior to the TX200V so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the PX grades against the TX200V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh PX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are available at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX comes with physical dimensions 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 TX200V has sizing of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") and a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Ricoh PX versus Sony TX200V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the PX and the TX200V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the PX and TX200V is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by going over specifications. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the PX and TX200V.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony TX200V to offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively.