Panasonic SZ1 vs Ricoh CX5

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic SZ1 versus Ricoh CX5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the SZ1 (16MP) and CX5 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SZ1 was announced 6 months later than the CX5 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SZ1 scores versus the CX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1 & Ricoh CX5. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ1 Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic SZ1 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX5 has specifications 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 Panasonic SZ1 versus Ricoh CX5 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the SZ1 compared to the CX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SZ1 and CX5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ1 and CX5.

Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Panasonic SZ1 to resolve extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively.