Ricoh CX2 vs Sony RX100 IV

Its time to look more in depth at the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony RX100 IV, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and RX100 IV (20MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and RX100 IV (1") provide totally different sensor size.

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The CX2 was revealed 6 years prior to the RX100 IV and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the CX2 grades vs the RX100 IV when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX2 provides outside 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 RX100 IV has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") along with a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony RX100 IV in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the CX2 against the RX100 IV.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and RX100 IV is 93 and 89 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the CX2 and RX100 IV.

All in all, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CX2 using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Sony RX100 IV will provide extra detail because of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older CX2 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.