Ricoh CX2 vs Sony RX10 III

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony RX10 III, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The CX2 was revealed 7 years earlier than the RX10 III which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the CX2 scores versus the RX10 III with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh CX2 enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony RX10 III has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") accompanied by a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Check the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony RX10 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the CX2 vs the RX10 III.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and RX10 III is 93 and 53 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and RX10 III.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The CX2 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Sony RX10 III will resolve more detail because of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged CX2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.