Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh CX1
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Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-336mm (F3.4-5.6) lens
- 306g - 113 x 73 x 46mm
- Announced May 2012
- Replaced the Canon SX130 IS
- Replacement is Canon SX160 IS
(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
- Launched February 2009
Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
Below is a thorough assessment of the Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh CX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the SX150 IS (14MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Ulanzi's Tripod Ensures Ultra Smooth FilmingThe SX150 IS was announced 3 years later than the CX1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the SX150 IS scores versus the CX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot SX150 IS and Ricoh CX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX150 IS Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX150 IS over the Ricoh CX1
SX150 IS | CX1 | |||
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Launched | May 2012 | February 2009 | More recent by 40 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Canon SX150 IS
CX1 | SX150 IS | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Canon SX150 IS and Ricoh CX1
SX150 IS | CX1 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX150 IS comes with exterior dimensions of 113mm x 73mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 306 grams (0.67 lbs) and the Ricoh CX1 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
See the Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh CX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the SX150 IS and the CX1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the SX150 IS and CX1 is 86 and 93 respectively.
Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the SX150 IS and CX1.
Clearly, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon SX150 IS to give more detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more recent SX150 IS is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon SX150 IS vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Ricoh |
Model | Canon PowerShot SX150 IS | Ricoh CX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2012-05-14 | 2009-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic 4 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-336mm (12.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-5.6 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2500 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 160 x 120 (15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | 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 | 306 grams (0.67 lb) | 180 grams (0.40 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 113 x 73 x 46mm (4.4" x 2.9" x 1.8") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | 130 pictures | - |
Battery format | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $249 | $299 |