Panasonic FZ200 vs Ricoh CX4

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FZ200 versus Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FZ200 (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ200 was manufactured 24 months after the CX4 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FZ200 grades versus the CX4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ200 and Ricoh CX4. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FZ200 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ200 provides exterior measurements of 125mm x 87mm x 110mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 4.3") and a weight of 588 grams (1.30 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ200 versus Ricoh CX4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ200 against the CX4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ200 and CX4 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at specs. The image below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ200 and CX4.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FZ200 to give you more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern FZ200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.