Canon A810 vs Ricoh CX5
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Canon A810 vs Ricoh CX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 171g - 95 x 62 x 30mm
- Launched February 2012
(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
- Announced July 2011

Canon A810 vs Ricoh CX5 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Canon A810 versus Ricoh CX5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the A810 (16MP) and CX5 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The A810 was brought out 7 months after the CX5 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the A810 grades versus the CX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon A810 vs Ricoh CX5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A810 and Ricoh CX5. The entire galleries are available at Canon A810 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon A810 over the Ricoh CX5
A810 | CX5 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Canon A810
CX5 | A810 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon A810 and Ricoh CX5
A810 | CX5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon A810 vs Ricoh CX5 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon A810 enjoys exterior dimensions of 95mm x 62mm x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 171 grams (0.38 lbs) and the Ricoh CX5 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check out the Canon A810 versus Ricoh CX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the A810 vs the CX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the A810 and CX5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Canon A810 vs Ricoh CX5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A810 and CX5.
As you can see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon A810 to offer you extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer A810 will have an advantage in sensor technology.

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Canon A810 vs Ricoh CX5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot A810 | Ricoh CX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot A810 | Ricoh CX5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-07 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (25 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 171 gr (0.38 pounds) | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 95 x 62 x 30mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.2") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
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 life | 220 images | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $99 | $399 |