Canon SX260 HS vs Ricoh CX1

Lets take a closer look at the Canon SX260 HS vs Ricoh CX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the SX260 HS (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SX260 HS was introduced 3 years later than the CX1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SX260 HS grades versus the CX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot SX260 HS and Ricoh CX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon SX260 HS Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon SX260 HS enjoys external measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SX260 HS compared to the CX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX260 HS and CX1 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Quite often, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the SX260 HS and CX1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Canon SX260 HS to render greater detail using its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SX260 HS provides an edge in sensor technology.