Canon S90 vs Ricoh CX2

The following is a in depth analysis of the Canon S90 vs Ricoh CX2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S90 (10MP) and the CX2 (9MP) is very comparable but the S90 (1/1.7") and CX2 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The S90 was manufactured 8 months after the CX2 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick view of how the S90 scores vs the CX2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S90 & Ricoh CX2. The entire galleries are provided at Canon S90 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera, you will need to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon S90 comes with exterior dimensions of 100mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the S90 compared to the CX2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the S90 and CX2 is 92 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The pic below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S90 and CX2.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The S90 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Canon S90 will show extra detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger S90 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.