Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung TL500

Below, we are looking at the Ricoh CX5 versus Samsung TL500, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the CX5 (10MP) and the TL500 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the CX5 (1/2.3") and TL500 (1/1.7") feature different sensor sizing.

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The CX5 was manufactured 13 months after the TL500 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the CX5 matches up vs the TL500 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX5 & Samsung TL500. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Samsung TL500 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh CX5 comes with external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung TL500 has specifications of 114mm x 63mm x 29mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 386 grams (0.85 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the CX5 and the TL500.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX5 and TL500 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The image below will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and TL500.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same megapixel count but different sensor sizes. The CX5 provides the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult. The fresher CX5 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.