Olympus 1s vs Ricoh CX5

In this article, we will be matching up the Olympus 1s and Ricoh CX5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the 1s (1/1.7") and CX5 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The 1s was launched 3 years later than the CX5 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the 1s matches up versus the CX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1s & Ricoh CX5. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus 1s Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Olympus 1s offers physical dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Ricoh CX5 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the 1s vs the CX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1s and CX5 is 79 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1s and CX5.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 1s because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Olympus 1s will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more modern 1s will have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.