Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Ricoh CX1
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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 1000)
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-840mm (F2.8-5.6) lens
- 455g - 110 x 90 x 91mm
- Introduced February 2010
- Updated by Olympus SP-810 UZ
(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
- Announced February 2009

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Ricoh CX1, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Olympus and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the SP-800 UZ (14MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The SP-800 UZ was brought out 12 months after the CX1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summary of how the SP-800 UZ scores against the CX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus SP-800 UZ & Ricoh CX1. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SP-800 UZ Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-800 UZ over the Ricoh CX1
SP-800 UZ | CX1 | |||
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Announced | February 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Olympus SP-800 UZ
CX1 | SP-800 UZ | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-800 UZ and Ricoh CX1
SP-800 UZ | CX1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Olympus SP-800 UZ enjoys outside dimensions of 110mm x 90mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 455 grams (1.00 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check out the Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Ricoh CX1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the SP-800 UZ and the CX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the SP-800 UZ and CX1 is 69 and 93 respectively.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading a spec sheet. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the SP-800 UZ and CX1.
As you can see, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Olympus SP-800 UZ to offer you greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher SP-800 UZ will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.

Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Olympus SP-800 UZ vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Olympus SP-800 UZ | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model type | Olympus SP-800 UZ | Ricoh CX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-02-02 | 2009-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | TruePic III | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 1000 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 143 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-840mm (30.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.6 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 12 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.10 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 | 455g (1.00 lb) | 180g (0.40 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 90 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.5" x 3.6") | 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 | Li-50B | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (12 or 2 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $270 | $299 |