Ricoh CX2 vs Sony RX10 II

Here, we are analyzing the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony RX10 II, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and RX10 II (20MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and RX10 II (1") posses different sensor sizing.

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The CX2 was unveiled 6 years prior to the RX10 II which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 II being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the CX2 matches up vs the RX10 II when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 II. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Sony RX10 II Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX2 has external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony RX10 II has measurements of 129mm x 88mm x 102mm (5.1" x 3.5" x 4.0") having a weight of 813 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony RX10 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the CX2 compared to the RX10 II.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and RX10 II is 93 and 58 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by checking out specifications. The pic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX2 and RX10 II.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The CX2 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX10 II will produce extra detail having an extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The more aged CX2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.