Ricoh CX4 vs Sony WX80

Its time to look more closely at the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony WX80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and WX80 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was revealed 3 years before the WX80 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the CX4 grades versus the WX80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX4 features physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony WX80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the CX4 versus the WX80.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and WX80 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and WX80.

As you can tell, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony WX80 to render extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older CX4 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.