Nikon L610 vs Ricoh CX2

Here is a comprehensive analysis of the Nikon L610 versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the L610 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L610 was revealed 3 years later than the CX2 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the L610 matches up against the CX2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L610 & Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are available at Nikon L610 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon L610 has got external measurements of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Nikon L610 versus Ricoh CX2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view size comparison of the L610 versus the CX2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L610 and CX2 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the L610 and CX2.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can expect to see the Nikon L610 to give you greater detail because of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent L610 provides an advantage in sensor technology.