Ricoh CX5 vs Sony A330

In this article, we are matching up the Ricoh CX5 and Sony A330, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by companies Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CX5 (10MP) and the A330 (10MP) is very comparable but the CX5 (1/2.3") and A330 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The CX5 was announced 2 years later than the A330 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Sony A330 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the CX5 matches up against the A330 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX5 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A330. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Sony A330 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX5 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony A330 has sizing of 128mm x 97mm x 71mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 529 grams (1.17 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the CX5 vs the A330.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX5 and A330 is 92 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and A330.

Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact megapixels but different sensor measurements. The CX5 offers the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult. The more recent CX5 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.