Ricoh CX2 vs Sony TF1

Below, we are reviewing the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony TF1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and TF1 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was announced 4 years prior to the TF1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the CX2 grades vs the TF1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh CX2 has got outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has specifications of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the CX2 versus the TF1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and TF1 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and TF1.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony TF1 to resolve more detail with its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older CX2 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.