Canon G9 X vs Ricoh CX1
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Canon G9 X vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-84mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 209g - 98 x 58 x 31mm
- Announced October 2015
- New Model is Canon G9 X II
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2009

Canon G9 X vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
Following is a comprehensive assessment of the Canon G9 X and Ricoh CX1, one is a Large Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and CX1 (9MP) and the G9 X (1") and CX1 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

The G9 X was launched 6 years after the CX1 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the G9 X matches up vs the CX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon G9 X vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X and Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon G9 X Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon G9 X over the Ricoh CX1
G9 X | CX1 | |||
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Announced | October 2015 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 81 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer screen (+120k dot) |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Canon G9 X
CX1 | G9 X |
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Common features in the Canon G9 X and Ricoh CX1
G9 X | CX1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon G9 X vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Canon G9 X provides outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") and a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) and the Ricoh CX1 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check the Canon G9 X and Ricoh CX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the G9 X against the CX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 X and CX1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Canon G9 X vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 X and CX1.
As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 X featuring a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Canon G9 X will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more recent G9 X provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Canon G9 X vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon G9 X vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot G9 X | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot G9 X | Ricoh CX1 |
Class | Large Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2015-10-12 | 2009-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | DIGIC 6 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 9MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-84mm (3.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 2.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 209 grams (0.46 pounds) | 180 grams (0.40 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 63 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.5 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 495 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | NB-13L | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $399 | $299 |