Canon SX730 HS vs Ricoh CX1
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Canon SX730 HS vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20.3MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-960mm (F3.3-6.9) lens
- 300g - 110 x 64 x 40mm
- Launched April 2017
- Replaced the Canon SX720 HS
- Renewed by Canon SX740 HS
(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 SX730 HS vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Canon SX730 HS vs Ricoh CX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Canon and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SX730 HS (20.3MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The SX730 HS was introduced 8 years after the CX1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the SX730 HS scores against the CX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Canon SX730 HS vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX730 HS and Ricoh CX1. The whole galleries are provided at Canon SX730 HS Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon SX730 HS over the Ricoh CX1
SX730 HS | CX1 | |||
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Released | April 2017 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 99 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+2k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Canon SX730 HS
CX1 | SX730 HS |
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Common features in the Canon SX730 HS and Ricoh CX1
SX730 HS | CX1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Canon SX730 HS vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon SX730 HS enjoys physical measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs) and the Ricoh CX1 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the Canon SX730 HS vs Ricoh CX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the SX730 HS vs the CX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the SX730 HS and CX1 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Canon SX730 HS vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The picture below will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX730 HS and CX1.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon SX730 HS to provide you with greater detail using its extra 11.3MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a little more aggressively. The newer SX730 HS should have an edge in sensor innovation.

Canon SX730 HS vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon SX730 HS vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot SX730 HS | Ricoh CX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2017-04-06 | 2009-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | DIGIC 6 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | 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 | 20.3 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-960mm (40.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-6.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 922k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/3200 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.9 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, on, slow synchro, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 35 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 300 grams (0.66 lbs) | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 110 x 64 x 40mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.6") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, self-timer) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $399 | $299 |