Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W310
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W310 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 Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W310 Overview
Its time to examine more closely at the Ricoh CX5 and Sony W310, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CX5 (10MP) and the W310 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe CX5 was unveiled 19 months after the W310 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Sony W310 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the CX5 grades against the W310 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W310 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Sony W310
CX5 | W310 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 19 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Ricoh CX5
W310 | CX5 |
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Common features in the Ricoh CX5 and Sony W310
CX5 | W310 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither provides Touch display |
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX5 provides physical measurements 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 W310 has proportions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
See the Ricoh CX5 and Sony W310 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the CX5 versus the W310.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and W310 is 92 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and W310.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W310 to offer more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The newer CX5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sony W310 Specifications
Ricoh CX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh CX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.0-5.8 |
Macro focus distance | 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 | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lbs) | 137g (0.30 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
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 | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at launch | $399 | $150 |