Olympus SZ-12 vs Ricoh CX4

The following is a thorough overview of the Olympus SZ-12 vs Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SZ-12 (14MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SZ-12 was announced 17 months after the CX4 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SZ-12 scores versus the CX4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus SZ-12 and Ricoh CX4. The whole galleries are provided at Olympus SZ-12 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-12 has got outside measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the SZ-12 and the CX4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-12 and CX4 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ-12 and CX4.

To sum up, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SZ-12 to offer you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The fresher SZ-12 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.