Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX4
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Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 445g - 124 x 91 x 105mm
- Launched January 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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 August 2010

Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
Here, we will be reviewing the Kodak Z5120 and Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Kodak and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the Z5120 (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z5120 was released 17 months later than the CX4 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Kodak Z5120 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the Z5120 scores vs the CX4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare Z5120 & Ricoh CX4. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Z5120 Gallery & Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z5120 over the Ricoh CX4
Z5120 | CX4 | |||
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Released | January 2012 | ![]() | August 2010 | More recent by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Kodak Z5120
CX4 | Z5120 | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z5120 and Ricoh CX4
Z5120 | CX4 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Kodak Z5120 provides exterior dimensions of 124mm x 91mm x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Examine the Kodak Z5120 and Ricoh CX4 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Z5120 and the CX4.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5120 and CX4 is 68 and 92 respectively.

Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements just by going through specs. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5120 and CX4.
All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Kodak Z5120 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger Z5120 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.

Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z5120 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Ricoh |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare Z5120 | Ricoh CX4 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-01-10 | 2010-08-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 2456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 16 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 8.90 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 grams (0.98 pounds) | 205 grams (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 124 x 91 x 105mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 4.1") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | 4 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $200 | $211 |