Canon SX610 HS vs Ricoh CX2
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Canon SX610 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-450mm (F3.8-6.9) lens
- 191g - 105 x 61 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2015
- Superseded the Canon SX600 HS
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced August 2009
Canon SX610 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Canon SX610 HS versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Canon and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the SX610 HS (20MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe SX610 HS was introduced 5 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the SX610 HS scores vs the CX2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon SX610 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX610 HS and Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX610 HS Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX610 HS over the Ricoh CX2
SX610 HS | CX2 | |||
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Announced | January 2015 | August 2009 | Fresher by 66 months | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 920k | Clearer screen (+2k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Canon SX610 HS
CX2 | SX610 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX610 HS and Ricoh CX2
SX610 HS | CX2 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lacking Touch screen |
Canon SX610 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX610 HS offers outer measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 191 grams (0.42 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Analyze the Canon SX610 HS versus Ricoh CX2 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the SX610 HS vs the CX2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX610 HS and CX2 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX610 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX610 HS and CX2.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX610 HS to provide greater detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The younger SX610 HS will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
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Canon SX610 HS vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX610 HS | Ricoh CX2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2015-01-06 | 2009-08-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 4+ | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 9MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-450mm (18.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 922 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.5 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash settings | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 191 grams (0.42 lb) | 185 grams (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 61 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 shots | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $214 | $341 |