Casio EX-S5 vs Ricoh CX2

Below, we are evaluating the Casio EX-S5 vs Ricoh CX2, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-S5 (9MP) and the CX2 (9MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-S5 was unveiled 7 months before the CX2 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the EX-S5 matches up versus the CX2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-S5 and Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are viewable at Casio EX-S5 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-S5 comes with physical dimensions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Ricoh CX2 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Compare the Casio EX-S5 vs Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the EX-S5 vs the CX2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-S5 and CX2 is 97 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the EX-S5 and CX2.

To sum up, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images although you might want to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged EX-S5 will be behind in sensor technology.