Ricoh CX2 vs Sony A99

Following is a extended comparison of the Ricoh CX2 versus Sony A99, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and A99 (24MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and A99 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor size.

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The CX2 was announced 4 years earlier than the A99 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summation of how the CX2 grades vs the A99 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX2 and Sony SLT-A99. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Sony A99 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX2 has got physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Sony A99 has sizing of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the CX2 versus the A99.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and A99 is 93 and 57 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX2 and A99.

As you can see, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CX2 using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Sony A99 will provide you with more detail with its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged CX2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.