Olympus 1s vs Ricoh CX4

Here, we will be evaluating the Olympus 1s versus Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the 1s (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the 1s (1/1.7") and CX4 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The 1s was revealed 4 years after the CX4 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 1s being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the 1s grades versus the CX4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus 1s and Ricoh CX4. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus 1s Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Olympus 1s comes with outside dimensions of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Olympus 1s versus Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 1s compared to the CX4.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the 1s and CX4 is 79 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes merely by checking out specs. The pic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1s and CX4.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 1s having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Olympus 1s will provide more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 1s is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.