Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh CX5

The following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic ZR1 versus Ricoh CX5, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the ZR1 (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The ZR1 was revealed 24 months before the CX5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the ZR1 scores vs the CX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Ricoh CX5. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR1 comes with exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Ricoh CX5 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZR1 versus Ricoh CX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the ZR1 vs the CX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZR1 and CX5 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR1 and CX5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZR1 to offer you greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged ZR1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.