Ricoh CX2 vs Sony RX100 VII

Lets look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony RX100 VII, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and RX100 VII (20MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and RX100 VII (1") feature different sensor sizing.

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The CX2 was released 11 years before the RX100 VII which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony RX100 VII being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the CX2 scores against the RX100 VII in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh CX2 provides 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) and the Sony RX100 VII has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 43mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.7") and a weight of 302 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the CX2 versus the RX100 VII.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and RX100 VII is 93 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and RX100 VII.

As you have seen, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The CX2 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony RX100 VII will provide more detail as a result of its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged CX2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.