Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX2
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Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F1.8-2.7) lens
- 221g - 102 x 61 x 34mm
- Launched January 2013
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released August 2009

Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Olympus XZ-10 versus Ricoh CX2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the XZ-10 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The XZ-10 was introduced 3 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the XZ-10 grades against the CX2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Stylus XZ-10 & Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are available at Olympus XZ-10 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus XZ-10 over the Ricoh CX2
XZ-10 | CX2 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 42 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Olympus XZ-10
CX2 | XZ-10 |
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Common features in the Olympus XZ-10 and Ricoh CX2
XZ-10 | CX2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display size |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 920k | Equal display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen |
Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and volume. The Olympus XZ-10 has got exterior dimensions of 102mm x 61mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Olympus XZ-10 versus Ricoh CX2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the XZ-10 and the CX2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the XZ-10 and CX2 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the XZ-10 and CX2.
Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus XZ-10 to render greater detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The younger XZ-10 should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus XZ-10 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus Stylus XZ-10 | Ricoh CX2 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2013-01-30 | 2009-08-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 35 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-2.7 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Wireless | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps, 18Mbps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps, 9Mbps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 gr (0.49 pounds) | 185 gr (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 61 x 34mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 1.3") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 240 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Li-50B | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $428 | $341 |