Ricoh CX5 vs Sony HX400V

Following is a comprehensive analysis of the Ricoh CX5 and Sony HX400V, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and HX400V (20MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was announced 3 years prior to the HX400V which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the CX5 scores vs the HX400V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX5 has physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the CX5 versus the HX400V.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX5 and HX400V is 92 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and HX400V.

As you have seen, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony HX400V to offer greater detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged CX5 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.