Ricoh CX2 vs Sony NEX-5N

Here is a detailed analysis of the Ricoh CX2 and Sony NEX-5N, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and NEX-5N (16MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and NEX-5N (APS-C) provide different sensor size.

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The CX2 was revealed 3 years earlier than the NEX-5N and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-5N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the CX2 grades vs the NEX-5N when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX2 and Sony Alpha NEX-5N. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Sony NEX-5N Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX2 features exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony NEX-5N has measurements of 111mm x 59mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX2 and Sony NEX-5N in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the CX2 vs the NEX-5N.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and NEX-5N is 93 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX2 and NEX-5N.

All in all, each of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The CX2 using its tinier sensor is going to make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony NEX-5N will give more detail because of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The older CX2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.