Ricoh CX5 vs Sony WX350
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sony WX350 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-500mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 55 x 26mm
- Announced February 2014
- Succeeded the Sony WX300
- Renewed by Sony WX500
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The following is a extended review of the Ricoh CX5 and Sony WX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and WX350 (18MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe CX5 was released 3 years earlier than the WX350 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the CX5 grades versus the WX350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Sony WX350 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Sony WX350
| CX5 | WX350 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX350 over the Ricoh CX5
| WX350 | CX5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2014 |  | July 2011 | Newer by 31 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX5 and Sony WX350
| CX5 | WX350 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lacking Touch display |
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony WX350 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX5 offers external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony WX350 has sizing of 96mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh CX5 and Sony WX350 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the CX5 compared to the WX350.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and WX350 is 92 and 94 respectively.
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony WX350 Sensor Comparison
Normally, its tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the CX5 and WX350.
Plainly, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony WX350 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged CX5 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sony WX350 Specifications
| Ricoh CX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model | Ricoh CX5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX350 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Launched | 2011-07-19 | 2014-02-13 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| 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 | 18 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 25-500mm (20.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-6.5 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 10.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | VCHD: 28M PS(1,920x1,080/60p) / 24M FX(1,920x1,080/60i) / 17M FH(1,920x1,080/60i),MP4: 12M(1,440x1,080/30fps) / 3M VGA(640x480/30fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| 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 | 205g (0.45 pounds) | 164g (0.36 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 55 x 26mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
| 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 life | - | 470 shots |
| Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | DB-100 | NP-BX1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (Off / 10sec. / 2sec. / portrait1 / portrait2) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch cost | $399 | $270 |
