Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX2
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Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Launched January 2012
(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
- Launched August 2009
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Below, we are contrasting the Kodak Z5120 versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Kodak and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the Z5120 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z5120 was brought out 2 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z5120 scores against the CX2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 and Ricoh CX2. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Z5120 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Ricoh CX2
| Z5120 | CX2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 | August 2009 | Fresher by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Kodak Z5120
| CX2 | Z5120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Ricoh CX2
| Z5120 | CX2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
| Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak Z5120 features physical measurements of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Z5120 against the CX2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and CX2 is 68 and 93 respectively.
Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5120 and CX2.
All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Kodak Z5120 to provide more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer Z5120 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
| Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Ricoh CX2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Kodak | Ricoh |
| Model | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Ricoh CX2 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2009-08-20 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16MP | 9MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 8 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 8.90 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
| Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 445 grams (0.98 pounds) | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 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 model | 4 x AA | DB-70 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail cost | $200 | $341 |