Nikon B700 vs Ricoh CX2

Below, we are matching up the Nikon B700 and Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the B700 (20MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created Images

The B700 was introduced 6 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon B700 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the B700 grades against the CX2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix B700 and Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon B700 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon B700 has outer measurements of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") and a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Nikon B700 and Ricoh CX2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the B700 vs the CX2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the B700 and CX2 is 65 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the B700 and CX2.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Nikon B700 to produce extra detail using its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent B700 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.