Ricoh CX1 vs Sony S2000

Lets look more closely at the Ricoh CX1 vs Sony S2000, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CX1 (9MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was brought out 10 months prior to the S2000 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the CX1 matches up versus the S2000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX1 provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony S2000 has sizing of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh CX1 vs Sony S2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the CX1 compared to the S2000.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and S2000 is 93 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and S2000.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony S2000 to offer more detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged CX1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.