Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh CX2

The following is a thorough assessment of the Casio EX-Z35 vs Ricoh CX2, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the EX-Z35 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-Z35 was brought out 7 months after the CX2 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Casio EX-Z35 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the EX-Z35 grades against the CX2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-Z35 & Ricoh CX2. The entire galleries are provided at Casio EX-Z35 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Casio EX-Z35 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the EX-Z35 vs the CX2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z35 and CX2 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The image here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-Z35 and CX2.

To sum up, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Casio EX-Z35 to resolve more detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent EX-Z35 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.