Canon SX530 HS vs Ricoh CX5

The following is a in depth overview of the Canon SX530 HS versus Ricoh CX5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the SX530 HS (16MP) and CX5 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The SX530 HS was launched 3 years after the CX5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX530 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick summation of how the SX530 HS scores versus the CX5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX530 HS and Ricoh CX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon SX530 HS Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon SX530 HS provides outer measurements of 120mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 442 grams (0.97 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).

Contrast the Canon SX530 HS versus Ricoh CX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX530 HS compared to the CX5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SX530 HS and CX5 is 69 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The pic here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX530 HS and CX5.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX530 HS to render greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern SX530 HS will have a benefit in sensor innovation.