Leica C vs Ricoh CX4
92 Imaging
37 Features
59 Overall
45
![Leica C front Leica C front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Leica-C/Leica-C-front.jpg)
![Ricoh CX4 front Ricoh CX4 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-CX4/Ricoh-CX4-front.jpg)
92 Imaging
33 Features
34 Overall
33
Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-200mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 195g - 103 x 63 x 28mm
- Launched September 2013
- Additionally referred to as Typ112
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed August 2010
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/snapchat-218x150.jpg)
Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
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.
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/iphone-optical-stabilization-218x150.jpg)
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.
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/samsung-evo-microsd-cards-featur-218x150.jpg)
Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Leica C over the Ricoh CX4
C | CX4 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | September 2013 | ![]() | August 2010 | Newer by 38 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Leica C
CX4 | C |
---|
Common features in the Leica C and Ricoh CX4
C | CX4 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 920k | Exact same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither includes Touch screen |
Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
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.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
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.
![Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Ricoh-CX4-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the C and CX4 is 92 and 92 respectively.
![Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Ricoh-CX4-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
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.
![Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Leica-C-vs-Ricoh-CX4-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder
![Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Leica-C-vs-Ricoh-CX4-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/photography-glossary-218x150.jpg)
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/maxresdefault-218x150.jpg)
Street Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ai-licence-218x150.jpg)
Sports Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/tiktok-218x150.jpg)
Travel Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/No-Surprise-Pentax-17-Pre-Orders-218x150.jpg)
Landscape Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/LP3_cut_13f_0212-218x150.jpg)
Vlogging Comparison
![](https://pxlmag.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Approach-to-AI-Generated-Content-218x150.jpg)
Leica C vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Leica C | Ricoh CX4 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Ricoh |
Model | Leica C | Ricoh CX4 |
Also called as | Typ112 | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-09-08 | 2010-08-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 12800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 200k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 1 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.46x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 50, 30, 25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | 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 | 195 gr (0.43 lbs) | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 63 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 life | 250 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $1,299 | $211 |