Ricoh CX5 vs Sony A9

Here is a complete assessment of the Ricoh CX5 vs Sony A9, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and A9 (24MP) and the CX5 (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) posses different sensor sizes.

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The CX5 was revealed 6 years prior to the A9 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the CX5 grades versus the A9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX5 & Sony Alpha A9. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh CX5 offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony A9 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") with a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the CX5 against the A9.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the CX5 and A9 is 92 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The graphic below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX5 and A9.

As you can tell, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CX5 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Sony A9 will produce greater detail because of its extra 14MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older CX5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.