Ricoh PX vs Sony W570

Lets take a deeper look at the Ricoh PX vs Sony W570, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the PX (16MP) and the W570 (16MP) is relatively similar and they come with the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The PX was announced 8 months later than the W570 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony W570 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the PX grades versus the W570 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh PX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh PX comes with outside measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony W570 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the PX versus the W570.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the PX and W570 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading technical specs. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the PX and W570.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you should expect similar quality of photos but you would want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer PX provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.