Ricoh PX vs Sony W380

Below, we are comparing the Ricoh PX vs Sony W380, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the PX (16MP) and the W380 (14MP) is fairly similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The PX was released 20 months after the W380 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the PX scores against the W380 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh PX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX has got exterior dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony W380 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh PX vs Sony W380 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the PX compared to the W380.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the PX and W380 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, its tough to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the PX and W380.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh PX to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop images much more aggressively. The newer PX provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.