Nikon Z7 vs Ricoh CX1

Here is a in depth review of the Nikon Z7 versus Ricoh CX1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the Z7 (46MP) and CX1 (9MP) and the Z7 (Full frame) and CX1 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The Z7 was revealed 9 years later than the CX1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the Z7 matches up versus the CX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 & Ricoh CX1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z7 has physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has proportions 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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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the Z7 compared to the CX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 and CX1 is 62 and 93 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The visual underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 and CX1.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z7 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z7 will provide extra detail because of its extra 37MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z7 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.