Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh CX2
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Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS16
(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
- Announced August 2009

Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh CX2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the FH2 (14MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FH2 was introduced 17 months later than the CX2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FH2 matches up against the CX2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 and Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH2 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Ricoh CX2
FH2 | CX2 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Panasonic FH2
CX2 | FH2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FH2 and Ricoh CX2
FH2 | CX2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH2 has got outer measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh CX2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FH2 compared to the CX2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH2 and CX2 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specifications. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH2 and CX2.
To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH2 to provide extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images far more aggressively. The newer FH2 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FH2 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | Ricoh CX2 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FS16 | - |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2009-08-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.1-6.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 121g (0.27 lbs) | 185g (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $149 | $341 |