Leica C vs Ricoh CX4

The following is a detailed overview of the Leica C and Ricoh CX4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Leica and Ricoh. The resolution of the C (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is pretty similar but the C (1/1.7") and CX4 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The C was brought out 3 years after the CX4 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the C scores against the CX4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C and Ricoh CX4. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica C Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Leica C features outside dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Leica C and Ricoh CX4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the C compared to the CX4.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C and CX4 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the C and CX4.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The C due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Leica C will deliver greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher C provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.