Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX5
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Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 181g - 100 x 59 x 26mm
- Announced February 2014
(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 S200 vs Ricoh CX5 Overview
Its time to look a little more closely at the Canon S200 versus Ricoh CX5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is very well matched but the S200 (1/1.7") and CX5 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

The S200 was unveiled 2 years after the CX5 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S200 scores against the CX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S200 & Ricoh CX5. The full galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S200 over the Ricoh CX5
S200 | CX5 | |||
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Released | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Canon S200
CX5 | S200 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer display (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon S200 and Ricoh CX5
S200 | CX5 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Absent Touch display |
Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX5 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon S200 has physical dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Ricoh CX5 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon S200 versus Ricoh CX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the S200 against the CX5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S200 and CX5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX5 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the S200 and CX5.
As you have seen, the two cameras feature the identical megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The S200 has the larger sensor which will make getting bokeh simpler. The younger S200 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX5 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S200 | Ricoh CX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot S200 | Ricoh CX5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2014-02-21 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 181 gr (0.40 pounds) | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 59 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 200 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-6LH | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $293 | $399 |