Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh CX2
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Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 24-240mm (F3.2-5.7) lens
- 161g - 101 x 60 x 28mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released August 2009
Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Below is a comprehensive overview of the Casio EX-H15 and Ricoh CX2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Casio and Ricoh. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the EX-H15 (14MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe EX-H15 was revealed 5 months later than the CX2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-H15 scores against the CX2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-H15 & Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-H15 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-H15 over the Ricoh CX2
EX-H15 | CX2 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Casio EX-H15
CX2 | EX-H15 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 461k | Clearer display (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-H15 and Ricoh CX2
EX-H15 | CX2 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | August 2009 | Same age | |
Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display size | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-H15 provides physical dimensions of 101mm x 60mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Contrast the Casio EX-H15 and Ricoh CX2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the EX-H15 versus the CX2.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the EX-H15 and CX2 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-H15 and CX2.
To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Casio EX-H15 to show extra detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively.
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Casio EX-H15 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Casio | Ricoh |
Model type | Casio Exilim EX-H15 | Ricoh CX2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2009-08-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-240mm (10.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-5.7 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 461k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash settings | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 × 720 (30 fps) , 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 161 gr (0.35 lb) | 185 gr (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 60 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | NP-90 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $300 | $341 |