Leica V-Lux 20 vs Ricoh CX2
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 218g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Launched April 2010
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released August 2009
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Leica and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the V-Lux 20 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe V-Lux 20 was manufactured 9 months after the CX2 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a quick summary of how the V-Lux 20 grades vs the CX2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 20 & Ricoh CX2. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica V-Lux 20 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 20 over the Ricoh CX2
V-Lux 20 | CX2 | |||
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Released | April 2010 | August 2009 | Newer by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Leica V-Lux 20
CX2 | V-Lux 20 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 461k | Crisper screen (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 20 and Ricoh CX2
V-Lux 20 | CX2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Lack of Touch screen |
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Leica V-Lux 20 features outer dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs) and 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).
Examine the Leica V-Lux 20 vs Ricoh CX2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the V-Lux 20 against the CX2.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 20 and CX2 is 91 and 93 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 20 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The image here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 20 and CX2.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Leica V-Lux 20 to give you more detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 20 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Leica V-Lux 20 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Leica V-Lux 20 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Leica | Ricoh |
Model type | Leica V-Lux 20 | Ricoh CX2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-04-20 | 2009-08-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-300mm (12.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-4.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 461 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.30 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 218 grams (0.48 lb) | 185 grams (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $779 | $341 |