Ricoh CX2 vs Sony HX30V

Here, we will be reviewing the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony HX30V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and HX30V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was brought out 3 years earlier than the HX30V and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the CX2 grades vs the HX30V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony HX30V Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh CX2 has got physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony HX30V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the CX2 versus the HX30V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and HX30V is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing technical specs. The visual below should give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX2 and HX30V.

As you have seen, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Sony HX30V to show greater detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older CX2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.