Ricoh CX2 vs Sony A290

In this article, we are analyzing the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony A290, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and A290 (14MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and A290 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

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The CX2 was unveiled 9 months prior to the A290 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A290 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the CX2 scores versus the A290 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A290. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony A290 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX2 enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony A290 has measurements of 128mm x 97mm x 86mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 3.4") along with a weight of 549 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the CX2 and the A290.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and A290 is 93 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and A290.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The CX2 having a smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony A290 will provide you with more detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older CX2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.