Ricoh CX4 vs Sony TX20

Lets look closer at the Ricoh CX4 vs Sony TX20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and TX20 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was brought out 18 months earlier than the TX20 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX20 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the CX4 grades vs the TX20 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX20. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Sony TX20 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX4 enjoys exterior measurements 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 TX20 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the CX4 and the TX20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and TX20 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reviewing specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CX4 and TX20.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Sony TX20 to offer more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged CX4 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.