Ricoh CX5 vs Sigma fp

Here, we will be matching up the Ricoh CX5 versus Sigma fp, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and fp (25MP) and the CX5 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The CX5 was unveiled 9 years before the fp and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a quick overview of how the CX5 scores against the fp in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX5 and Sigma fp. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Sigma fp Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX5 features physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sigma fp has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh CX5 versus Sigma fp in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the CX5 against the fp.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CX5 and fp is 92 and 84 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and fp.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CX5 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sigma fp will produce greater detail having an extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older CX5 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.