Ricoh CX2 vs Sony S2100
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Ricoh CX2 vs Sony S2100 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2010
Photography Glossary Ricoh CX2 vs Sony S2100 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony S2100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and S2100 (12MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe CX2 was revealed 4 months before the S2100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the CX2 grades against the S2100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony S2100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Sony S2100
| CX2 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Ricoh CX2
| S2100 | CX2 |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh CX2 and Sony S2100
| CX2 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2009 |  | January 2010 | Same age |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lacking Touch screen |
Ricoh CX2 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX2 has 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) and the Sony S2100 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony S2100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the CX2 versus the S2100.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and S2100 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Ricoh CX2 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The image below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and S2100.
As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony S2100 to provide greater detail because of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively.
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Ricoh CX2 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
| Ricoh CX2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model | Ricoh CX2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-08-20 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 9 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of display | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 1 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m (ISO 400) | 3.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 185g (0.41 lb) | 167g (0.37 lb) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | DB-70 | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $341 | $0 |