Leica C vs Ricoh CX1

Here, we are looking at the Leica C versus Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Leica and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the C (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) and the C (1/1.7") and CX1 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The C was announced 4 years later than the CX1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the C matches up vs the CX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica C & Ricoh CX1. The whole galleries are available at Leica C Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica C offers exterior dimensions of 103mm x 63mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst 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).

Take a look at the Leica C versus Ricoh CX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the C and the CX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the C and CX1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The graphic here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the C and CX1.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The C with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Leica C will deliver extra detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer C provides a benefit in sensor innovation.