Olympus E-520 vs Ricoh CX2

Here is a extended comparison of the Olympus E-520 versus Ricoh CX2, one being a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the E-520 (10MP) and the CX2 (9MP) is fairly comparable but the E-520 (Four Thirds) and CX2 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The E-520 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the CX2 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Olympus E-520 being a Compact SLR camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the E-520 scores versus the CX2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus E-520 and Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are provided at Olympus E-520 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Olympus E-520 has got exterior dimensions of 136mm x 92mm x 68mm (5.4" x 3.6" x 2.7") along with a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs) whilst 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).

Check the Olympus E-520 versus Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-520 compared to the CX2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the E-520 and CX2 is 68 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The visual below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the E-520 and CX2.

Plainly, each of these cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The E-520 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Olympus E-520 will show more detail having an extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older E-520 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.