Canon G9 X vs Ricoh CX1

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.