Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX5
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 66 x 43mm
- Launched September 2010
- Renewed by Leica D-Lux 6
(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
- Revealed July 2011
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Below is a in-depth assessment of the Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Leica and Ricoh. The image resolution of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and CX5 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizing.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe D-LUX 5 was launched 10 months prior to the CX5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the D-LUX 5 grades vs the CX5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX5 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica D-LUX 5 & Ricoh CX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-LUX 5 over the Ricoh CX5
| D-LUX 5 | CX5 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Leica D-LUX 5
| CX5 | D-LUX 5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | July 2011 |  | September 2010 | More recent by 10 months |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Leica D-LUX 5 and Ricoh CX5
| D-LUX 5 | CX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX5 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica D-LUX 5 has external dimensions of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") along with a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) and 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).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the D-LUX 5 compared to the CX5.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the D-LUX 5 and CX5 is 88 and 92 respectively.
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by checking out technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the D-LUX 5 and CX5.
As you can tell, each of the cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The D-LUX 5 comes with the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field easier. The older D-LUX 5 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX5 Specifications
| Leica D-LUX 5 | Ricoh CX5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Leica | Ricoh |
| Model | Leica D-LUX 5 | Ricoh CX5 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2010-09-21 | 2011-07-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 44.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.0-3.3 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 4.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 460k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 7.20 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | AVCHD Lite, 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 | 271 grams (0.60 lb) | 205 grams (0.45 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 110 x 66 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 | - | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Price at launch | $799 | $399 |