Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2

Below is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon L26 versus Ricoh CX2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L26 was unveiled 2 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the L26 grades vs the CX2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 comes with outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the L26 against the CX2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and CX2 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and CX2.

As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L26 to result in more detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent L26 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.