Ricoh CX4 vs Sony H20

Here, we will be looking at the Ricoh CX4 vs Sony H20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the H20 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was announced 16 months later than the H20 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the CX4 grades against the H20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX4 has outside measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony H20 has proportions of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh CX4 vs Sony H20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the CX4 versus the H20.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and H20 is 92 and 87 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and H20.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will need to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The newer CX4 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.