Ricoh CX5 vs Sigma DP2
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sigma DP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed July 2011
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 41mm (F) lens
- 280g - 113 x 60 x 56mm
- Released September 2009
- New Model is Sigma DP2s
Ricoh CX5 vs Sigma DP2 Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Ricoh CX5 versus Sigma DP2, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the CX5 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe CX5 was revealed 23 months later than the DP2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the CX5 matches up vs the DP2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh CX5 vs Sigma DP2 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX5 & Sigma DP2. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Sigma DP2
CX5 | DP2 | |||
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Released | July 2011 | September 2009 | More recent by 23 months | |
Screen size | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP2 over the Ricoh CX5
DP2 | CX5 |
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Common features in the Ricoh CX5 and Sigma DP2
CX5 | DP2 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX5 vs Sigma DP2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX5 features exterior measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sigma DP2 has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh CX5 versus Sigma DP2 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the CX5 against the DP2.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and DP2 is 92 and 86 respectively.
Ricoh CX5 vs Sigma DP2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX5 and DP2.
Clearly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The CX5 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Ricoh CX5 will give greater detail because of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The newer CX5 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sigma DP2 Specifications
Ricoh CX5 | Sigma DP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model | Ricoh CX5 | Sigma DP2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2009-09-21 |
Physical type | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 2640 x 1760 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 41mm (1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.5 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 15 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.30 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, Slow Synchro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 320x240 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lb) | 280 grams (0.62 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 113 x 60 x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | DB-100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/MMC card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $399 | $649 |