Ricoh CX4 vs Sony HX1

Below, we will be looking at the Ricoh CX4 vs Sony HX1, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the HX1 (9MP) is relatively close but the CX4 (1/2.3") and HX1 (1/2.4") use different sensor dimensions.

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The CX4 was revealed 17 months after the HX1 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the CX4 grades against the HX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX4 enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony HX1 has dimensions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh CX4 vs Sony HX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the CX4 vs the HX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and HX1 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CX4 and HX1.

As you have seen, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The CX4 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Ricoh CX4 will result in more detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more recent CX4 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.