Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh CX1
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Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 150g - 100 x 53 x 23mm
- Introduced August 2009
- Alternative Name is Digital IXUS 200 IS
(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

Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Canon SD980 IS versus Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SD980 IS (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The SD980 IS was launched 7 months later than the CX1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the SD980 IS scores against the CX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SD980 IS and Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are available at Canon SD980 IS Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SD980 IS over the Ricoh CX1
SD980 IS | CX1 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Released | August 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 7 months |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Canon SD980 IS
CX1 | SD980 IS | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SD980 IS and Ricoh CX1
SD980 IS | CX1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon SD980 IS comes with external dimensions of 100mm x 53mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Look at the Canon SD980 IS versus Ricoh CX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the SD980 IS and the CX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the SD980 IS and CX1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements purely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath should give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SD980 IS and CX1.
All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon SD980 IS to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more recent SD980 IS is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison

Street Comparison

Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

Vlogging Comparison

Canon SD980 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Ricoh CX1 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot SD980 IS | Ricoh CX1 |
Also called as | Digital IXUS 200 IS | - |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-08-19 | 2009-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 4 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/3000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | 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 | 150 grams (0.33 pounds) | 180 grams (0.40 pounds) |
Dimensions | 100 x 53 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | NB-6L | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD, SDHC, MMC, MMCplus, HC MMCplus | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | - | $299 |