Ricoh CX2 vs Sony HX80

The following is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh CX2 and Sony HX80, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and HX80 (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was manufactured 7 years prior to the HX80 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the CX2 grades versus the HX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX80. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Sony HX80 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX2 offers outer 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 HX80 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX2 and Sony HX80 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the CX2 compared to the HX80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and HX80 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and HX80.

As you can tell, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Sony HX80 to resolve extra detail due to its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged CX2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.