Panasonic FZ40 vs Ricoh CX2
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ45
(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
- Revealed August 2009
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Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic FZ40 and Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the FZ40 (14MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FZ40 was brought out 12 months later than the CX2 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FZ40 grades vs the CX2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Ricoh CX2
| FZ40 | CX2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2010 |  | August 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Panasonic FZ40
| CX2 | FZ40 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FZ40 and Ricoh CX2
| FZ40 | CX2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | No Touch display |
Panasonic FZ40 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ40 features exterior measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Ricoh CX2 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FZ40 and the CX2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ40 and CX2 is 68 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic FZ40 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ40 and CX2.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic FZ40 to give more detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher FZ40 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ40 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Ricoh CX2 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Ricoh |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | Ricoh CX2 |
| Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ45 | - |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2010-07-21 | 2009-08-20 |
| Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Venus Engine HD II | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
| 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 | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 9.50 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| 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 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | AVCHD Lite | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 | 494 grams (1.09 lb) | 185 grams (0.41 lb) |
| Dimensions | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") | 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 ID | - | DB-70 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $420 | $341 |