Ricoh CX4 vs Sony W530
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Ricoh CX4 vs Sony W530 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.7-5.7) lens
- 113g - 93 x 53 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
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On this page, we are contrasting the Ricoh CX4 vs Sony W530, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and W530 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe CX4 was introduced 4 months prior to the W530 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Sony W530 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the CX4 matches up versus the W530 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Sony W530 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Sony W530
| CX4 | W530 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W530 over the Ricoh CX4
| W530 | CX4 |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh CX4 and Sony W530
| CX4 | W530 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | August 2010 |  | January 2011 | Similar generation |
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither comes with Touch display |
Ricoh CX4 vs Sony W530 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX4 comes with external dimensions 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 W530 has proportions of 93mm x 53mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh CX4 vs Sony W530 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the CX4 and the W530.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and W530 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh CX4 vs Sony W530 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the CX4 and W530.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony W530 to resolve extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively.
Ricoh CX4 vs Sony W530 Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh CX4 vs Sony W530 Specifications
| Ricoh CX4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model | Ricoh CX4 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W530 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
| Released | 2010-08-19 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | BIONZ |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Number of focus points | - | 9 |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 26-104mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.7-5.7 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.50 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | 113 gr (0.25 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 93 x 53 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | DB-100 | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch cost | $211 | $269 |