Olympus 1 vs Ricoh CX5

Below, we will be comparing the Olympus 1 versus Ricoh CX5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is relatively similar but the 1 (1/1.7") and CX5 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.

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The 1 was manufactured 2 years after the CX5 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the 1 matches up against the CX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1 and Ricoh CX5. The entire galleries are available at Olympus 1 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus 1 has got physical measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Ricoh CX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Olympus 1 versus Ricoh CX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the 1 vs the CX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the 1 and CX5 is 79 and 92 respectively.

Often, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The pic below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 1 and CX5.

As you can plainly see, both cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The 1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Olympus 1 will deliver greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger 1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.