Panasonic ZS50 vs Ricoh CX2

Here is a complete comparison of the Panasonic ZS50 versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS50 (12MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS50 was unveiled 5 years later than the CX2 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the ZS50 scores against the CX2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS50 & Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS50 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic ZS50 comes with external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 243 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the ZS50 against the CX2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZS50 and CX2 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS50 and CX2.

Clearly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS50 to deliver greater detail having an extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent ZS50 should have an advantage in sensor technology.