Ricoh CX5 vs Sony ZV-1
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sony ZV-1 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
- Introduced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-70mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 294g - 105 x 60 x 44mm
- Released May 2020
- Refreshed by Sony ZV-1 II
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony ZV-1 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Ricoh CX5 vs Sony ZV-1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and ZV-1 (20MP) and the CX5 (1/2.3") and ZV-1 (1") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe CX5 was launched 9 years prior to the ZV-1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Sony ZV-1 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the CX5 matches up vs the ZV-1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony ZV-1 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX5 & Sony ZV-1. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Sony ZV-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Sony ZV-1
CX5 | ZV-1 |
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Reasons to pick Sony ZV-1 over the Ricoh CX5
ZV-1 | CX5 | |||
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Released | May 2020 | July 2011 | More modern by 107 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 922k | 920k | Sharper display (+2k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh CX5 and Sony ZV-1
CX5 | ZV-1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony ZV-1 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX5 features physical dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony ZV-1 has dimensions of 105mm x 60mm x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh CX5 vs Sony ZV-1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the CX5 versus the ZV-1.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the CX5 and ZV-1 is 92 and 88 respectively.
Ricoh CX5 vs Sony ZV-1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's tough to see the difference in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The picture underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX5 and ZV-1.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CX5 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Sony ZV-1 will result in more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged CX5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX5 vs Sony ZV-1 Specifications
Ricoh CX5 | Sony ZV-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model type | Ricoh CX5 | Sony ZV-1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2020-05-27 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 315 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 24-70mm (2.9x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/1.8-2.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0fps | 24.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Synchro, Rear Sync, Flash Off |
External flash | ||
AE 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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 60 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 24 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 60i / 17 Mbps, AVCHD, MTS, H.264, Dolby Digital1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 50 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) | 294 grams (0.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 60 x 44mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.7") |
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 life | - | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $399 | $750 |