Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W220
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W220 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
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W220 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CX5 (10MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe CX5 was revealed 2 years after the W220 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the CX5 matches up versus the W220 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W220 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Sony W220
CX5 | W220 | |||
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Introduced | July 2011 | January 2009 | Newer by 31 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Ricoh CX5
W220 | CX5 |
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Common features in the Ricoh CX5 and Sony W220
CX5 | W220 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Check out the Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the CX5 versus the W220.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and W220 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The pic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX5 and W220.
As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Sony W220 to produce extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The younger CX5 will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W220 Specifications
Ricoh CX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh CX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2009-01-08 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | 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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-7.1 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) | 147 grams (0.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | DB-100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $399 | $160 |