Canon SX50 HS vs Ricoh CX5

Here, we will be evaluating the Canon SX50 HS versus Ricoh CX5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Canon and Ricoh. The resolution of the SX50 HS (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was revealed 19 months later than the CX5 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the SX50 HS grades against the CX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Ricoh CX5. The full galleries are available at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX50 HS has got outside measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") along with a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Ricoh CX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the SX50 HS vs the CX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SX50 HS and CX5 is 65 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the SX50 HS and CX5.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Canon SX50 HS to give you extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher SX50 HS provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.