Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung NX2000

Following is a in depth comparison of the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung NX2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The CX2 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the NX2000 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the CX2 scores against the NX2000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 and Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX2 enjoys physical 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 Samsung NX2000 has sizing of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") having a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung NX2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the CX2 vs the NX2000.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and NX2000 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by checking technical specs. The pic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX2 and NX2000.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The CX2 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX2000 will give more detail due to its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged CX2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.