Ricoh CX4 vs Sony H90

Below, we are reviewing the Ricoh CX4 vs Sony H90, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a substantial gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and H90 (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was released 18 months earlier than the H90 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the CX4 matches up against the H90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H90. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Sony H90 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX4 has external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony H90 has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX4 vs Sony H90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the CX4 compared to the H90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX4 and H90 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The graphic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and H90.

Clearly, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony H90 to produce extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older CX4 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.