Ricoh CX4 vs Sony HX5

On this page, we are comparing the Ricoh CX4 and Sony HX5, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is very close but the CX4 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") provide different sensor size.

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The CX4 was unveiled 3 months after the HX5 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise summation of how the CX4 grades versus the HX5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX4 features outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony HX5 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX4 and Sony HX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the CX4 vs the HX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and HX5 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The image here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and HX5.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have the same MP but different sensor sizes. The CX4 comes with the larger sensor which should make getting bokeh easier.