Ricoh CX4 vs Sony HX90V

Following is a detailed assessment of the Ricoh CX4 and Sony HX90V, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and HX90V (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was released 5 years prior to the HX90V which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the CX4 grades against the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX4 enjoys outside dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX4 and Sony HX90V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the CX4 and the HX90V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and HX90V is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX4 and HX90V.

Plainly, both of those cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX90V to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CX4 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.