Canon SX620 HS vs Ricoh CX4

Let's look much closer at the Canon SX620 HS and Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the SX620 HS (20MP) and CX4 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX620 HS was revealed 5 years after the CX4 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the SX620 HS scores vs the CX4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX620 HS and Ricoh CX4. The full galleries are available at Canon SX620 HS Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX620 HS has external measurements of 97mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Analyze the Canon SX620 HS and Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SX620 HS compared to the CX4.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SX620 HS and CX4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at technical specs. The pic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX620 HS and CX4.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon SX620 HS to give you extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The younger SX620 HS provides an edge in sensor technology.