Leica C vs Ricoh CX5

Below is a complete review of the Leica C vs Ricoh CX5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the C (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is pretty similar but the C (1/1.7") and CX5 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The C was introduced 2 years later than the CX5 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the C grades against the CX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Leica C & Ricoh CX5. The whole galleries are available at Leica C Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica C enjoys physical dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh CX5 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the C compared to the CX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the C and CX5 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the C and CX5.

As you can see, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The C with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica C will offer you greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The younger C should have an edge in sensor innovation.