Ricoh CX2 vs Sony A300

Here is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh CX2 and Sony A300, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the CX2 (9MP) and the A300 (10MP) is fairly similar but the CX2 (1/2.3") and A300 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The CX2 was launched 19 months later than the A300 making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A300 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the CX2 matches up vs the A300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A300. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony A300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX2 has exterior measurements 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 A300 has proportions of 131mm x 99mm x 75mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 632 grams (1.39 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX2 and Sony A300 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the CX2 versus the A300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and A300 is 93 and 64 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and A300.

Clearly, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CX2 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A300 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer CX2 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.