Canon G16 vs Ricoh CX1
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Canon G16 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-140mm (F1.8-2.8) lens
- 356g - 109 x 76 x 40mm
- Launched November 2013
- Replaced the Canon G15
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Released February 2009
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On this page, we are comparing the Canon G16 and Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the G16 (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) and the G16 (1/1.7") and CX1 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe G16 was announced 4 years after the CX1 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the G16 scores against the CX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Canon G16 over the Ricoh CX1
| G16 | CX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2013 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 58 months |
| Display resolution | 922k |  | 920k | Sharper display (+2k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Canon G16
| CX1 | G16 |
|---|
Common features in the Canon G16 and Ricoh CX1
| G16 | CX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | More accurate focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display size |
| Selfie screen |  | No selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | No Touch friendly display |
Canon G16 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon G16 comes with exterior measurements of 109mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") and a weight of 356 grams (0.78 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the G16 versus the CX1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G16 and CX1 is 85 and 93 respectively.
Canon G16 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking specs. The pic below may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G16 and CX1.
All in all, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G16 with its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Canon G16 will resolve greater detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more modern G16 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
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Canon G16 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
| Canon PowerShot G16 | Ricoh CX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Ricoh |
| Model type | Canon PowerShot G16 | Ricoh CX1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2013-11-25 | 2009-02-19 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Digic 6 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12MP | 9MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
| Highest aperture | f/1.8-2.8 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 922k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Display tech | TFT PureColor II G LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Optical (tunnel) | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 80 percent | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 12.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.00 m | 3.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash sync | 1/2000s | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 or 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | Optional | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 356 gr (0.78 lbs) | 180 gr (0.40 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 109 x 76 x 40mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 1.6") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall rating | 54 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | 21.0 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.7 | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | 230 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 360 photos | - |
| Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | NB-10L | DB-70 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at release | $499 | $299 |