Nikon L19 vs Ricoh CX2

Below, we will be matching up the Nikon L19 versus Ricoh CX2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the L19 (8MP) and the CX2 (9MP) is pretty well matched but the L19 (1/2.5") and CX2 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The L19 was announced 6 months prior to the CX2 and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the L19 matches up against the CX2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L19 and Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L19 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon L19 comes with outside measurements of 97mm x 61mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 130 grams (0.29 lbs) and the Ricoh CX2 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon L19 versus Ricoh CX2 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the L19 against the CX2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the L19 and CX2 is 94 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The pic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the L19 and CX2.

All in all, both of the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The L19 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Ricoh CX2 will give extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively.