Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W290

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Ricoh CX5 versus Sony W290, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the CX5 (10MP) and the W290 (12MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was brought out 2 years after the W290 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the CX5 matches up versus the W290 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W290. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Sony W290 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX5 provides outer 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 W290 has sizing of 98mm x 57mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the CX5 compared to the W290.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX5 and W290 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX5 and W290.

As you can see, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony W290 to give you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more recent CX5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.