Ricoh CX2 vs Sony TX55

Below, we are comparing the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony TX55, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and TX55 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The CX2 was unveiled 23 months before the TX55 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX55 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the CX2 scores vs the TX55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony TX55 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh CX2 enjoys exterior 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) whilst the Sony TX55 has specifications of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") having a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony TX55 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the CX2 against the TX55.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and TX55 is 93 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the CX2 and TX55.

As you can see, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony TX55 to offer greater detail having an extra 7MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged CX2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.