Panasonic LF1 vs Ricoh CX2

Here is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic LF1 and Ricoh CX2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the LF1 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) and the LF1 (1/1.7") and CX2 (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The LF1 was released 4 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the LF1 scores against the CX2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-LF1 & Ricoh CX2. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic LF1 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic LF1 enjoys outside dimensions of 103mm x 62mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Ricoh CX2 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic LF1 and Ricoh CX2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the LF1 against the CX2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the LF1 and CX2 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing technical specs. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the LF1 and CX2.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The LF1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic LF1 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent LF1 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.