Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh CX5
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92 Imaging
33 Features
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Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh CX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-350mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 194g - 90 x 64 x 39mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced July 2011

Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh CX5 Overview
Its time to look more in depth at the Kodak Z915 versus Ricoh CX5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Kodak and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Z915 (10MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is very close and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The Z915 was revealed 3 years earlier than the CX5 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z915 scores vs the CX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh CX5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Z915 & Ricoh CX5. The full galleries are provided at Kodak Z915 Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Z915 over the Ricoh CX5
Z915 | CX5 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Kodak Z915
CX5 | Z915 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2009 | Newer by 30 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Kodak Z915 and Ricoh CX5
Z915 | CX5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh CX5 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Z915 offers physical dimensions of 90mm x 64mm x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 194 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Kodak Z915 versus Ricoh CX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the Z915 and the CX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z915 and CX5 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh CX5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The image underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z915 and CX5.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you can expect comparable quality of files although you should really factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged Z915 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh CX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak Z915 vs Ricoh CX5 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Ricoh CX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Ricoh |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Z915 | Ricoh CX5 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2011-07-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 25 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-350mm (10.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-4.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 16 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1250 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.80 m | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 194 gr (0.43 lb) | 205 gr (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 90 x 64 x 39mm (3.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | 2 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $200 | $399 |