Casio EX-S7 vs Ricoh CX2

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Casio EX-S7 versus Ricoh CX2, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the EX-S7 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-S7 was revealed 7 months later than the CX2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-S7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-S7 grades versus the CX2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-S7 and Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S7 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Casio EX-S7 comes with physical dimensions of 97mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has specifications 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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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-S7 vs the CX2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-S7 and CX2 is 96 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by going through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S7 and CX2.

As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Casio EX-S7 to provide extra detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher EX-S7 provides a benefit in sensor tech.