Canon SX40 HS vs Ricoh CX2

Here, we will be comparing the Canon SX40 HS and Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the SX40 HS (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX40 HS was brought out 2 years after the CX2 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX40 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the SX40 HS scores against the CX2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX40 HS and Ricoh CX2. The entire galleries are available at Canon SX40 HS Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX40 HS has physical measurements of 123mm x 92mm x 108mm (4.8" x 3.6" x 4.3") and a weight of 600 grams (1.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Canon SX40 HS and Ricoh CX2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the SX40 HS and the CX2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SX40 HS and CX2 is 64 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX40 HS and CX2.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX40 HS to result in extra detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The younger SX40 HS should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.