Ricoh CX4 vs Sony T90

The following is a detailed review of the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony T90, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the T90 (12MP) is very well matched and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was introduced 19 months after the T90 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Sony T90 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a concise summary of how the CX4 grades vs the T90 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Sony T90 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh CX4 has outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony T90 has specifications of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony T90 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the CX4 compared to the T90.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and T90 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading through a spec sheet. The picture here will provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and T90.

Clearly, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony T90 to give you greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern CX4 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.