Fujifilm X20 vs Ricoh CX2

Below, we will be comparing the Fujifilm X20 and Ricoh CX2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm X20 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) and the Fujifilm X20 (2/3") and CX2 (1/2.3") feature different sensor sizing.

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The Fujifilm X20 was announced 3 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X20 grades against the CX2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm X20 and Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are available at Fujifilm X20 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Fujifilm X20 provides physical dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 353 grams (0.78 lbs) and 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 Fujifilm X20 and Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Fujifilm X20 against the CX2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X20 and CX2 is 83 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The visual underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X20 and CX2.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm X20 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Fujifilm X20 will render more detail with its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Fujifilm X20 provides a benefit in sensor tech.