Casio EX-FC100 vs Ricoh CX1

The following is a extended analysis of the Casio EX-FC100 and Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by companies Casio and Ricoh. The resolution of the EX-FC100 (9MP) and the CX1 (9MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The EX-FC100 was launched within a month of the CX1 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the EX-FC100 grades vs the CX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Casio Exilim EX-FC100 & Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are provided at Casio EX-FC100 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Casio EX-FC100 provides outside measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-FC100 and Ricoh CX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the EX-FC100 versus the CX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the EX-FC100 and CX1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-FC100 and CX1.

As you can see, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you can expect similar quality of files though you would want to factor the age of the products into consideration.