Ricoh CX2 vs Sony A200

Let's look a bit more closely at the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony A200, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the CX2 (9MP) and the A200 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the CX2 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The CX2 was introduced 14 months later than the A200 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the CX2 matches up against the A200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX2 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX2 has got external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony A200 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the CX2 versus the A200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and A200 is 93 and 66 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX2 and A200.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CX2 with its tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Sony A200 will give you greater detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern CX2 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.