Ricoh CX2 vs Sony S980

Following is a in depth analysis of the Ricoh CX2 vs Sony S980, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and S980 (12MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was brought out 7 months after the S980 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the CX2 matches up against the S980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider 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 S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the CX2 vs the S980.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and S980 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over technical specs. The pic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and S980.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony S980 to offer you extra detail having its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures more aggressively. The newer CX2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.