Ricoh CX5 vs Sony TX7

Here is a detailed analysis of the Ricoh CX5 vs Sony TX7, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the CX5 (10MP) and the TX7 (10MP) is pretty similar but the CX5 (1/2.3") and TX7 (1/2.4") posses different sensor size.

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The CX5 was introduced 19 months later than the TX7 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX7 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the CX5 grades against the TX7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX7. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Sony TX7 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX5 has outside dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony TX7 has sizing of 98mm x 60mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the CX5 vs the TX7.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX5 and TX7 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the CX5 and TX7.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The CX5 provides the bigger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The fresher CX5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.