Ricoh CX4 vs Sony W320

On this page, we are contrasting the Ricoh CX4 and Sony W320, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and W320 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was introduced 8 months later than the W320 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Sony W320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the CX4 grades versus the W320 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX4 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W320. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Sony W320 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX4 has 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) while the Sony W320 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Check the Ricoh CX4 and Sony W320 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the CX4 and the W320.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and W320 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over specs. The graphic underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and W320.

All in all, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony W320 to offer you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The newer CX4 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.