Ricoh PX vs Sony WX5

Lets look a little more closely at the Ricoh PX versus Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the PX (16MP) and WX5 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The PX was unveiled 14 months after the WX5 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the PX matches up vs the WX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh PX and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX enjoys physical dimensions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the PX versus the WX5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the PX and WX5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the PX and WX5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh PX to deliver extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more recent PX provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.