Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh CX1
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Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-105mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 146g - 93 x 56 x 22mm
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2009

Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the FE-4030 (14MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FE-4030 was unveiled 11 months later than the CX1 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FE-4030 scores versus the CX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus FE-4030 and Ricoh CX1. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-4030 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus FE-4030 over the Ricoh CX1
FE-4030 | CX1 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Olympus FE-4030
CX1 | FE-4030 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus FE-4030 and Ricoh CX1
FE-4030 | CX1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Olympus FE-4030 comes with outer measurements of 93mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh CX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FE-4030 and the CX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FE-4030 and CX1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out specifications. The graphic below will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FE-4030 and CX1.
Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Olympus FE-4030 to produce extra detail having an extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent FE-4030 provides an edge in sensor innovation.

Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus FE-4030 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Olympus FE-4030 | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus FE-4030 | Ricoh CX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-07 | 2009-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | TruePic III | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-105mm (4.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 4cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.80 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146 grams (0.32 lbs) | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 93 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | - | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 seconds) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $130 | $299 |