Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh CX4
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Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2010
Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Ricoh CX2 and Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras and both of them are built by Ricoh. The resolution of the CX2 (9MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is relatively similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe CX2 was released 12 months earlier than the CX4 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the CX2 scores against the CX4 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 and Ricoh CX4. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Ricoh CX4
CX2 | CX4 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Ricoh CX2
CX4 | CX2 | |||
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Released | August 2010 | August 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX2 and Ricoh CX4
CX2 | CX4 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 920k | Identical screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
If you're going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX2 provides physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh CX2 and Ricoh CX4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the CX2 vs the CX4.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and CX4 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading a spec sheet. The image here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and CX4.
As you can see, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh CX4 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged CX2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Ricoh CX2 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh CX2 | Ricoh CX4 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-08-20 | 2010-08-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m (ISO 400) | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lbs) | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | DB-70 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $341 | $211 |