Ricoh CX4 vs Sony A700

Here, we will be looking at the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony A700, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the A700 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the CX4 (1/2.3") and A700 (APS-C) posses different sensor sizes.

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The CX4 was released 2 years after the A700 which is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Sony A700 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the CX4 grades vs the A700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX4 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A700. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Sony A700 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh CX4 features external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony A700 has specifications of 142mm x 105mm x 80mm (5.6" x 4.1" x 3.1") having a weight of 768 grams (1.69 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony A700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the CX4 and the A700.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and A700 is 92 and 58 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through specs. The pic underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX4 and A700.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The CX4 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony A700 will give more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger CX4 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.