Ricoh CX5 vs Sigma fp L

On this page, we are contrasting the Ricoh CX5 versus Sigma fp L, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sigma. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and fp L (61MP) and the CX5 (1/2.3") and fp L (Full frame) boast different sensor sizes.

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The CX5 was launched 10 years earlier than the fp L and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp L being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the CX5 scores against the fp L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX5 and Sigma fp L. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Sigma fp L Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and size. The Ricoh CX5 offers physical 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 Sigma fp L has specifications of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh CX5 versus Sigma fp L in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the CX5 compared to the fp L.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and fp L is 92 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX5 and fp L.

Plainly, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The CX5 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Sigma fp L will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 51MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older CX5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.