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Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh G700SE

Portability
92
Imaging
34
Features
35
Overall
34
Ricoh CX5 front
 
Ricoh G700SE front
Portability
88
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh G700SE Key Specs

Ricoh CX5
(Full Review)
  • 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
  • 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
  • Released July 2011
Ricoh G700SE
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 64 - 3200
  • 640 x 480 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 307g - 117 x 68 x 32mm
  • Introduced October 2010
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Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh G700SE Overview

Below, we are contrasting the Ricoh CX5 and Ricoh G700SE, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both are created by Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the CX5 (10MP) and the G700SE (12MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was brought out 10 months later than the G700SE and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a in-depth comparison, below is a short view of how the CX5 grades against the G700SE with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Ricoh G700SE

 CX5 G700SE 
IntroducedJuly 2011October 2010Fresher by 10 months

Reasons to pick Ricoh G700SE over the Ricoh CX5

 G700SE CX5 

Common features in the Ricoh CX5 and Ricoh G700SE

 CX5 G700SE 
Manually focus Dial exact focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimension3"3"Identical display size
Display resolution920k920kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither features Touch friendly display

Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh G700SE Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh CX5 enjoys outside dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh G700SE has specifications of 117mm x 68mm x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 307 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the CX5 and the G700SE.

Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh G700SE size comparison

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and G700SE is 92 and 88 respectively.

Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh G700SE top view buttons comparison

Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh G700SE Sensor Comparison

Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX5 and G700SE.

As you can see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh G700SE to offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The younger CX5 will have an advantage in sensor innovation.

Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh G700SE sensor size comparison

Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh G700SE Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Ricoh CX5
Portrait photography with Ricoh G700SE
28
manual focus
no external flash support
MP count low (10 megapixels)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
29
manual focus
no manual exposure
low resolution (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Ricoh CX5 Street photography factors
Ricoh G700SE Street photography factors
61
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (205g)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
51
environment proofing
screen does not articulate
lack of image stabilization
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
more heavy than others (307 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh CX5 Sports photography highlights
Ricoh G700SE Sports photography highlights
25
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
painfully slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
MP count low (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
25
environment proofing
no shutter priority
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh CX5 Travel photography factors
Ricoh G700SE Travel photography factors
66
lighter than competition in class (205 grams)
built-in flash
fairly wide (28mm)
very long reach (300mm)
MP count low (10 megapixels)
does not offer selfie friendly display
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
59
environment proofing
flash built-in
decently wide (28mm)
more heavy than others (307 grams)
low resolution (12MP)
display is not selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh CX5 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh G700SE as a Landscape photography camera
45
manual focus
fairly wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
MP count low (10MP)
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
40
manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
screen size is good (3 inch)
environment proofing
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
no manual exposure
lack of image stabilization
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh CX5 Vlogging info
Ricoh G700SE Vlogging info
30
fairly wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition in class (205g)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not offer selfie friendly display
low video resolution (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing microphone socket
23
decently wide (28mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
lack of image stabilization
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
no microphone support
more heavy than others (307 grams)
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Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh G700SE Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh CX5 and Ricoh G700SE
 Ricoh CX5Ricoh G700SE
General Information
Brand Ricoh Ricoh
Model type Ricoh CX5 Ricoh G700SE
Type Small Sensor Superzoom Waterproof
Released 2011-07-19 2010-10-13
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Smooth Imaging Engine IV -
Sensor type CMOS CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.17 x 4.55mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 28.1mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 10 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 3648 x 2736 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 3200 3200
Minimum native ISO 100 64
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-300mm (10.7x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.6 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focusing distance 1cm 1cm
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display diagonal 3 inch 3 inch
Display resolution 920k dots 920k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 8 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/1500 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 5.0fps -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 4.00 m 10.00 m (Auto ISO)
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Auto, On, Off, Auto red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 640 x 480, 320 x 240
Max video resolution 1280x720 640x480
Video format Motion JPEG -
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None Optional
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 205g (0.45 lb) 307g (0.68 lb)
Dimensions 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") 117 x 68 x 32mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.3")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery ID DB-100 DB-60
Self timer Yes (2, 10 or Custom) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal SD/SDHC, Internal
Card slots One One
Cost at launch $399 $0