Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung SL720

Here, we will be looking at the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung SL720, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and SL720 (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was brought out 2 months later than the SL720 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung SL720 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the CX2 grades vs the SL720 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 & Samsung SL720. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX2 comes with outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung SL720 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung SL720 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the CX2 compared to the SL720.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and SL720 is 93 and 94 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and SL720.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung SL720 to produce extra detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively.