Ricoh CX5 vs Sony QX100

Here, we are matching up the Ricoh CX5 vs Sony QX100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Lens-style by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and QX100 (20MP) and the CX5 (1/2.3") and QX100 (1") offer different sensor dimensions.

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The CX5 was revealed 3 years prior to the QX100 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the CX5 matches up vs the QX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX5 has exterior measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony QX100 has sizing of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the CX5 vs the QX100.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and QX100 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and QX100.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The CX5 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Sony QX100 will result in greater detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged CX5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.