Ricoh PX vs Sony W230

Following is a extensive assessment of the Ricoh PX vs Sony W230, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the PX (16MP) and W230 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PX was released 2 years after the W230 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief overview of how the PX matches up versus the W230 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh PX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony W230 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh PX comes with 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 W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh PX vs Sony W230 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the PX against the W230.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the PX and W230 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the PX and W230.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should anticipate the Ricoh PX to produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The younger PX should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.