Nikon L21 vs Ricoh CX2
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Nikon L21 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 8MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 38-136mm (F3.1-6.7) lens
- 169g - 92 x 67 x 28mm
- Released February 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
- Launched August 2009
Photography Glossary Nikon L21 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Nikon L21 vs Ricoh CX2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the L21 (8MP) and the CX2 (9MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe L21 was introduced 6 months later than the CX2 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the L21 grades against the CX2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L21 & Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L21 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L21 over the Ricoh CX2
| L21 | CX2 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Nikon L21
| CX2 | L21 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L21 and Ricoh CX2
| L21 | CX2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2010 |  | August 2009 | Same age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L21 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon L21 offers physical dimensions of 92mm x 67mm x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 169 grams (0.37 lbs) and the Ricoh CX2 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the L21 and the CX2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L21 and CX2 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Nikon L21 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L21 and CX2.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Ricoh CX2 to result in greater detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively.
Nikon L21 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L21 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix L21 | Ricoh CX2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix L21 | Ricoh CX2 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2010-02-03 | 2009-08-20 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Expeed C2 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 8 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 38-136mm (3.6x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.1-6.7 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 2.5" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 169 gr (0.37 lbs) | 185 gr (0.41 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 92 x 67 x 28mm (3.6" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | 2 x AA | DB-70 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch pricing | $180 | $341 |