Ricoh CX2 vs Sony HX300

Here, we are comparing the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony HX300, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and HX300 (20MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was announced 4 years prior to the HX300 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the CX2 scores versus the HX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX2 has outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony HX300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the CX2 compared to the HX300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and HX300 is 93 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The graphic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX2 and HX300.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony HX300 to deliver greater detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older CX2 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.