Ricoh CX5 vs Sony S980

Here is a thorough analysis of the Ricoh CX5 and Sony S980, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the CX5 (10MP) and the S980 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was released 2 years later than the S980 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the CX5 matches up versus the S980 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S980. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Sony S980 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh CX5 has exterior dimensions 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 S980 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh CX5 and Sony S980 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the CX5 compared to the S980.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the CX5 and S980 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing technical specs. The visual below will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX5 and S980.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony S980 to offer extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs more aggressively. The younger CX5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.