Ricoh CX4 vs Sony TX5

Here, we are reviewing the Ricoh CX4 and Sony TX5, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the TX5 (10MP) is very similar but the CX4 (1/2.3") and TX5 (1/2.4") provide different sensor measurements.

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The CX4 was brought out 7 months later than the TX5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the CX4 scores vs the TX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX4 has outside measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony TX5 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX4 and Sony TX5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the CX4 versus the TX5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and TX5 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specs. The visual below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and TX5.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor measurements. The CX4 uses the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow depth of field less difficult. The more modern CX4 provides an edge in sensor innovation.