Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh CX2
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Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 214g - 110 x 67 x 29mm
- Released July 2013
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FT5
- Older Model is Panasonic TS4
- Refreshed by Panasonic TS6
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced August 2009

Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Here is a extensive assessment of the Panasonic TS5 versus Ricoh CX2, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the TS5 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TS5 was introduced 3 years later than the CX2 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the TS5 grades vs the CX2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 and Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS5 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS5 over the Ricoh CX2
TS5 | CX2 | |||
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Introduced | July 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 48 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Panasonic TS5
CX2 | TS5 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS5 and Ricoh CX2
TS5 | CX2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic TS5 versus Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the TS5 against the CX2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the TS5 and CX2 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing just by checking specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS5 and CX2.
To sum up, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic TS5 to give more detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more recent TS5 should have an advantage in sensor technology.

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Panasonic TS5 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 | Ricoh CX2 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FT5 | - |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-07-12 | 2009-08-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 460 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 214 gr (0.47 lb) | 185 gr (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 110 x 67 x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 370 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | DMW-BCM13 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $350 | $341 |