Canon S120 vs Ricoh CX5

Following is a in depth analysis of the Canon S120 vs Ricoh CX5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is very close but the S120 (1/1.7") and CX5 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor size.

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The S120 was revealed 2 years after the CX5 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the S120 grades against the CX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S120 and Ricoh CX5. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S120 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon S120 has got outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) while the Ricoh CX5 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the S120 versus the CX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S120 and CX5 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing technical specs. The picture here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S120 and CX5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The S120 using its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Canon S120 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher S120 will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.