Ricoh CX1 vs Sony W710

The following is a extensive comparison of the Ricoh CX1 vs Sony W710, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and W710 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was released 4 years prior to the W710 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the CX1 grades versus the W710 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W710. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Sony W710 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX1 comes with outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony W710 has proportions of 97mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX1 vs Sony W710 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the CX1 and the W710.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX1 and W710 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX1 and W710.

As you can tell, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W710 to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CX1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.