Ricoh CX4 vs Sony W800

Lets look more in depth at the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony W800, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and W800 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was brought out 4 years prior to the W800 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a short overview of how the CX4 scores against the W800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX4 provides outside dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony W800 has dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Check the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony W800 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the CX4 versus the W800.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and W800 is 92 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the CX4 and W800.

To sum up, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony W800 to show more detail having its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged CX4 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.