Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh CX5
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Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh CX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2-4.9) lens
- 206g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Revealed January 2017
- Succeeded the Canon G9 X
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 July 2011

Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh CX5 Overview
Following is a complete analysis of the Canon G9 X II versus Ricoh CX5, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the G9 X II (20MP) and CX5 (10MP) and the G9 X II (1") and CX5 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

The G9 X II was introduced 5 years after the CX5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the G9 X II grades vs the CX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh CX5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II & Ricoh CX5. The whole galleries are provided at Canon G9 X II Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X II over the Ricoh CX5
G9 X II | CX5 | |||
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Released | January 2017 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 67 months |
Display resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Sharper display (+120k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Canon G9 X II
CX5 | G9 X II |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X II and Ricoh CX5
G9 X II | CX5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen |
Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh CX5 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Canon G9 X II provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh CX5 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Canon G9 X II versus Ricoh CX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 X II and the CX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X II and CX5 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh CX5 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes merely by seeing specs. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 X II and CX5.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X II having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X II will produce greater detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger G9 X II should have an edge in sensor tech.

Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh CX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X II vs Ricoh CX5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Ricoh CX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot G9 X Mark II | Ricoh CX5 |
Type | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2017-01-04 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | DIGIC 7 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/2-4.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 8.2 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 lb) | 205 gr (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 65 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.9 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.5 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 522 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 235 images | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $530 | $399 |