Nikon L110 vs Ricoh CX2

Let's look more closely at the Nikon L110 versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the L110 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The L110 was revealed 6 months later than the CX2 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summary of how the L110 scores vs the CX2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L110 & Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are available at Nikon L110 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L110 enjoys exterior dimensions of 109mm x 74mm x 78mm (4.3" x 2.9" x 3.1") and a weight of 406 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

See the Nikon L110 versus Ricoh CX2 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the L110 and the CX2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the L110 and CX2 is 77 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L110 and CX2.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon L110 to deliver more detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.