Nikon L810 vs Ricoh CX2

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Nikon L810 and Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L810 was launched 2 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the L810 grades against the CX2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Ricoh CX2. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon L810 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L810 provides outside measurements of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") having a weight of 430 grams (0.95 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the L810 and the CX2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the L810 and CX2 is 74 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specifications. The visual here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the L810 and CX2.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Nikon L810 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer L810 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.