Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX1
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-520mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 413g - 116 x 84 x 81mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched February 2009
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Following is a in depth review of the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Ricoh CX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the SP-565UZ (10MP) and the CX1 (9MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe SP-565UZ was released very close to the CX1 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SP-565UZ scores vs the CX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Olympus SP-565UZ over the Ricoh CX1
| SP-565UZ | CX1 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Olympus SP-565UZ
| CX1 | SP-565UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
| Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-565UZ and Ricoh CX1
| SP-565UZ | CX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2009 | February 2009 | Similar generation | |
| Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
| Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
| Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
| Touch friendly display | Neither has Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you will want to take into account its weight and measurements. The Olympus SP-565UZ has exterior dimensions of 116mm x 84mm x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") along with a weight of 413 grams (0.91 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Analyze the Olympus SP-565UZ versus Ricoh CX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the SP-565UZ versus the CX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the SP-565UZ and CX1 is 72 and 93 respectively.
Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at specs. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-565UZ and CX1.
All in all, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Olympus SP-565UZ to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images way more aggressively.
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Olympus SP-565UZ vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
| Olympus SP-565UZ | Ricoh CX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Olympus | Ricoh |
| Model | Olympus SP-565UZ | Ricoh CX1 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Revealed | 2009-01-15 | 2009-02-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | 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 area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 143 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-520mm (20.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
| Max aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.5 inch | 3 inch |
| Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 1 secs | 8 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.40 m (ISO 200) | 3.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 @ 30 fps/15 fps, 320 x 240 @ 30 fps/15 fps | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | - | 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 | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 413g (0.91 lbs) | 180g (0.40 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 116 x 84 x 81mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.2") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | 30 | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | 18.7 | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | 68 | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | 4 x AA | DB-70 |
| Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | xD Picture Card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $400 | $299 |