Panasonic FX75 vs Ricoh CX5

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX75 versus Ricoh CX5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the FX75 (14MP) and CX5 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FX75 was released 13 months prior to the CX5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the FX75 grades against the CX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Ricoh CX5. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX75 features outside measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while 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).

Check out the Panasonic FX75 versus Ricoh CX5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FX75 vs the CX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FX75 and CX5 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by researching a spec sheet. The pic below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FX75 and CX5.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FX75 to render greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FX75 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.