Ricoh PX vs Sony A37

Here is a complete comparison of the Ricoh PX versus Sony A37, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the PX (16MP) and the A37 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the PX (1/2.3") and A37 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The PX was brought out 9 months before the A37 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh PX being a Compact camera and the Sony A37 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summary of how the PX matches up vs the A37 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh PX and Sony SLT-A37. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh PX Gallery and Sony A37 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh PX provides external measurements 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 A37 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 506 grams (1.12 lbs).

See the Ricoh PX versus Sony A37 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the PX against the A37.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the PX and A37 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The graphic below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the PX and A37.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same MP albeit different sensor sizing. The PX contains the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF tougher. The older PX is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.