Ricoh PX vs Sony A33

On this page, we are reviewing the Ricoh PX versus Sony A33, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the PX (16MP) and the A33 (14MP) is very well matched but the PX (1/2.3") and A33 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The PX was manufactured 12 months later than the A33 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony A33 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the PX grades against the A33 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh PX and Sony SLT-A33. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony A33 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh PX features outside measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony A33 has sizing of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh PX versus Sony A33 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the PX versus the A33.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the PX and A33 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Often, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the PX and A33.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The PX due to its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Ricoh PX will give you greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more recent PX provides an advantage in sensor innovation.