Pentax H90 vs Ricoh CX5

The following is a extensive assessment of the Pentax H90 vs Ricoh CX5, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. The resolution of the H90 (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The H90 was brought out 18 months earlier than the CX5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the H90 matches up against the CX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio H90 and Ricoh CX5. The entire galleries are available at Pentax H90 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax H90 has got exterior measurements of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh CX5 has proportions 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 Pentax H90 vs Ricoh CX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the H90 and the CX5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the H90 and CX5 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The image underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the H90 and CX5.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Pentax H90 to give you extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged H90 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.