Olympus SZ-11 vs Ricoh CX1

Here is a detailed review of the Olympus SZ-11 and Ricoh CX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Olympus and Ricoh. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the SZ-11 (14MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The SZ-11 was released 2 years later than the CX1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short summary of how the SZ-11 scores versus the CX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-11 and Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus SZ-11 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus SZ-11 has got physical measurements of 106mm x 69mm x 40mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.6") having a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

See the Olympus SZ-11 and Ricoh CX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-11 and the CX1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the SZ-11 and CX1 is 89 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-11 and CX1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SZ-11 to show extra detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger SZ-11 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.