Panasonic ZS40 vs Ricoh CX2

Below is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic ZS40 versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS40 (18MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZS40 was revealed 4 years later than the CX2 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the ZS40 grades versus the CX2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40 and Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS40 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZS40 has external dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 240 grams (0.53 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).

Contrast the Panasonic ZS40 versus Ricoh CX2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the ZS40 versus the CX2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS40 and CX2 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to see the difference between sensor measurements just by reading through specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the ZS40 and CX2.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic ZS40 to resolve more detail because of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The newer ZS40 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.