Ricoh CX5 vs Sony HX10V

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Ricoh CX5 vs Sony HX10V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and HX10V (18MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was brought out 7 months prior to the HX10V so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief summation of how the CX5 grades vs the HX10V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX5 features outside measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony HX10V has measurements of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the CX5 and the HX10V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX5 and HX10V is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, its tough to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and HX10V.

To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony HX10V to resolve more detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older CX5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.