Panasonic ZS30 vs Ricoh CX2

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic ZS30 versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the ZS30 (18MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The ZS30 was announced 3 years later than the CX2 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the ZS30 matches up vs the CX2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS30 & Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS30 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS30 has exterior measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Ricoh CX2 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZS30 versus Ricoh CX2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the ZS30 against the CX2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the ZS30 and CX2 is 92 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the gap between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS30 and CX2.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Panasonic ZS30 to deliver extra detail with its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern ZS30 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.