Ricoh CX2 vs Sigma fp L

Lets take a closer look at the Ricoh CX2 versus Sigma fp L, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and fp L (61MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) posses different sensor sizing.

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The CX2 was manufactured 12 years prior to the fp L and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the CX2 matches up versus the fp L in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 & Sigma fp L. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sigma fp L Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX2 enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sigma fp L has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX2 versus Sigma fp L in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the CX2 versus the fp L.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and fp L is 93 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements simply by checking technical specs. The photograph here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and fp L.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The CX2 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Sigma fp L will resolve more detail due to its extra 52MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The older CX2 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.