Canon SX60 HS vs Ricoh CX2

Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon SX60 HS versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the SX60 HS (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX60 HS was brought out 5 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX60 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX60 HS scores vs the CX2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX60 HS and Ricoh CX2. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon SX60 HS Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX60 HS comes with external measurements of 128mm x 93mm x 114mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 4.5") and a weight of 650 grams (1.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Canon SX60 HS versus Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the SX60 HS compared to the CX2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX60 HS and CX2 is 61 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through technical specs. The visual below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX60 HS and CX2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon SX60 HS to provide extra detail having its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX60 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.