Ricoh CX4 vs Sony H55

Below, we are reviewing the Ricoh CX4 and Sony H55, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and H55 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was announced 3 months later than the H55 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summation of how the CX4 scores versus the H55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Sony H55 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX4 comes with exterior dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony H55 has measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh CX4 and Sony H55 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the CX4 against the H55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and H55 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX4 and H55.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony H55 to provide more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.