Panasonic G100 vs Ricoh CX2

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic G100 versus Ricoh CX2, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the G100 (20MP) and CX2 (9MP) and the G100 (Four Thirds) and CX2 (1/2.3") use different sensor dimensions.

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The G100 was launched 11 years later than the CX2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G100 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the G100 grades vs the CX2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 and Ricoh CX2. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G100 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G100 enjoys physical dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") having a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has dimensions 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 Panasonic G100 versus Ricoh CX2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the G100 and the CX2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G100 and CX2 is 81 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The photograph underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G100 and CX2.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G100 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic G100 will offer more detail utilizing its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher G100 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.