Kodak Sport vs Ricoh CX1

In this write-up, we are looking at the Kodak Sport versus Ricoh CX1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Kodak and Ricoh. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Sport (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The Sport was launched 23 months later than the CX1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the Sport grades vs the CX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Kodak EasyShare Sport and Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Kodak Sport Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Kodak Sport provides physical measurements of 147mm x 58mm x 23mm (5.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the Sport versus the CX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Sport and CX1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Sport and CX1.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Kodak Sport to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern Sport is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.