Ricoh CX2 vs Sony W230

Below, we will be matching up the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony W230, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and W230 (12MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was unveiled 7 months later than the W230 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the CX2 grades against the W230 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W230. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony W230 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX2 features outside dimensions 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 W230 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the CX2 versus the W230.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and W230 is 93 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX2 and W230.

To sum up, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony W230 to deliver extra detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher CX2 should have an advantage in sensor technology.