Ricoh CX5 vs Sony T900
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched July 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
- Revealed February 2009
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony T900 Overview
On this page, we will be looking at the Ricoh CX5 versus Sony T900, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the CX5 (10MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe CX5 was brought out 2 years after the T900 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Sony T900 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the CX5 matches up versus the T900 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony T900 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Sony T900
CX5 | T900 | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | February 2009 | More modern by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Ricoh CX5
T900 | CX5 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 920k | Sharper screen (+2k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh CX5 and Sony T900
CX5 | T900 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX5 provides physical dimensions 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 T900 has measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check the Ricoh CX5 versus Sony T900 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the CX5 compared to the T900.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and T900 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic here may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the CX5 and T900.
Clearly, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony T900 to provide extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer CX5 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Ricoh CX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh CX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3.5" |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 2 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) | 143 gr (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | DB-100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $399 | $300 |