Ricoh CX2 vs Sony H90

Let's examine more in depth at the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and H90 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was announced 3 years prior to the H90 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the CX2 matches up versus the H90 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Sony H90 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX2 features exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony H90 has proportions of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the CX2 against the H90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and H90 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and H90.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony H90 to show more detail with its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older CX2 will be behind in sensor technology.