Canon G7 X vs Ricoh CX1

Lets take a more detailed look at the Canon G7 X vs Ricoh CX1, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the G7 X (20MP) and CX1 (9MP) and the G7 X (1") and CX1 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The G7 X was revealed 5 years after the CX1 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon G7 X being a Large Sensor Compact camera and the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the G7 X grades against the CX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G7 X & Ricoh CX1. The full galleries are provided at Canon G7 X Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon G7 X features physical dimensions of 103mm x 60mm x 40mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.6") having a weight of 304 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Ricoh CX1 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the G7 X vs the CX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G7 X and CX1 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the G7 X and CX1.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G7 X with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon G7 X will show extra detail because of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The more recent G7 X is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.