Olympus SZ-30MR vs Ricoh CX5

Here is a detailed review of the Olympus SZ-30MR and Ricoh CX5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the SZ-30MR (16MP) and CX5 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ-30MR was brought out 4 months before the CX5 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the SZ-30MR grades versus the CX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-30MR & Ricoh CX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-30MR Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and size. The Olympus SZ-30MR enjoys outside measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") with a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) and the Ricoh CX5 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-30MR and Ricoh CX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the SZ-30MR versus the CX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-30MR and CX5 is 89 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The graphic below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-30MR and CX5.

All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Olympus SZ-30MR to offer you more detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively.