Panasonic FZ300 vs Ricoh CX5

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic FZ300 and Ricoh CX5, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the FZ300 (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FZ300 was released 4 years after the CX5 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FZ300 grades against the CX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 and Ricoh CX5. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FZ300 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ300 comes with outside dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs) while 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).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ300 and Ricoh CX5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FZ300 vs the CX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ300 and CX5 is 59 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The pic below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ300 and CX5.

Clearly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FZ300 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images much more aggressively. The younger FZ300 should have a benefit in sensor technology.