Casio EX-H30 vs Ricoh CX1

Its time to look more closely at the Casio EX-H30 versus Ricoh CX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Casio and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the EX-H30 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The EX-H30 was revealed 23 months after the CX1 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the EX-H30 scores against the CX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Casio Exilim EX-H30 and Ricoh CX1. The full galleries are provided at Casio EX-H30 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-H30 comes with exterior dimensions of 105mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Analyze the Casio EX-H30 versus Ricoh CX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the EX-H30 against the CX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the EX-H30 and CX1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specs. The image underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the EX-H30 and CX1.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Casio EX-H30 to provide you with greater detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern EX-H30 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.