Canon SX50 HS vs Ricoh CX1

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Canon SX50 HS and Ricoh CX1, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Canon and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the SX50 HS (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SX50 HS was unveiled 3 years later than the CX1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Canon SX50 HS being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the SX50 HS scores vs the CX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX50 HS & Ricoh CX1. The full galleries are available at Canon SX50 HS Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon SX50 HS enjoys physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 106mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.2") having a weight of 595 grams (1.31 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has proportions 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 SX50 HS and Ricoh CX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the SX50 HS vs the CX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SX50 HS and CX1 is 65 and 93 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at specifications. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the SX50 HS and CX1.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Canon SX50 HS to give extra detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger SX50 HS should have a benefit in sensor tech.