Ricoh CX2 vs Sony S2000

Below, we are comparing the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony S2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CX2 (9MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was brought out 4 months prior to the S2000 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the CX2 scores versus the S2000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX2 provides external dimensions 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 Sony S2000 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony S2000 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the CX2 and the S2000.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and S2000 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the CX2 and S2000.

As you can see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony S2000 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics somewhat more aggressively.