Ricoh CX2 vs Sony QX30

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony QX30, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Lens-style by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and QX30 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was revealed 6 years earlier than the QX30 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the CX2 matches up vs the QX30 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX2 has got exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony QX30 has sizing of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the CX2 compared to the QX30.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and QX30 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The photograph below will give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX2 and QX30.

All in all, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Sony QX30 to show extra detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The older CX2 will be behind in sensor innovation.