Ricoh CX2 vs Sony W290

Lets look a little more closely at the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony W290, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and W290 (12MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was released 7 months later than the W290 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the CX2 scores versus the W290 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh CX2 has physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony W290 has specifications of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony W290 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the CX2 and the W290.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and W290 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and W290.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Sony W290 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The newer CX2 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.