Ricoh CX5 vs Ricoh PX

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Ricoh CX5 versus Ricoh PX, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Ricoh. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and PX (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was introduced within a month of the PX so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the CX5 grades versus the PX with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX5 and Ricoh PX. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Ricoh PX Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you have 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) whilst the Ricoh PX has specifications of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh CX5 versus Ricoh PX in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the CX5 compared to the PX.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and PX is 92 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specs. The image below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX5 and PX.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Ricoh PX to deliver greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively.