Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-4
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Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-4 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
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 124 x 64 x 33mm
- Launched February 2014
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The following is a in-depth overview of the Ricoh CX2 and Ricoh WG-4, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are built by Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe CX2 was launched 5 years before the WG-4 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the CX2 matches up against the WG-4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Ricoh WG-4
| CX2 | WG-4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-4 over the Ricoh CX2
| WG-4 | CX2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2014 |  | August 2009 | Newer by 54 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX2 and Ricoh WG-4
| CX2 | WG-4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither offers Touch screen |
Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-4 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX2 offers outer dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the CX2 against the WG-4.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and WG-4 is 93 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-4 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The pic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the CX2 and WG-4.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Ricoh WG-4 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged CX2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX2 vs Ricoh WG-4 Specifications
| Ricoh CX2 | Ricoh WG-4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Ricoh |
| Model type | Ricoh CX2 | Ricoh WG-4 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
| Launched | 2009-08-20 | 2014-02-05 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | 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 | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 125 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.0-4.9 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Display resolution | 920k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shutter speed | - | 2.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m (ISO 400) | 10.00 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye, on + redeye |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) | 230 grams (0.51 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 124 x 64 x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 life | - | 240 photos |
| Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | DB-70 | D-LI92 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Retail price | $341 | $330 |