Canon S95 vs Ricoh CX5

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Canon S95 vs Ricoh CX5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S95 (10MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is very close but the S95 (1/1.7") and CX5 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The S95 was introduced 7 months prior to the CX5 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the S95 grades versus the CX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot S95 & Ricoh CX5. The whole galleries are available at Canon S95 Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon S95 enjoys outer measurements of 100mm x 58mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Ricoh CX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the S95 versus the CX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S95 and CX5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The image here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the S95 and CX5.

All in all, the 2 cameras have the same megapixel count but not the same sensor dimensions. The S95 uses the larger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field easier. The more aged S95 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.