Panasonic FH25 vs Ricoh CX1

Below is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FH25 and Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was introduced 23 months later than the CX1 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FH25 grades versus the CX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Ricoh CX1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH25 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Ricoh CX1 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH25 and Ricoh CX1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FH25 against the CX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and CX1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the difference in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The graphic below should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH25 and CX1.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FH25 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The newer FH25 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.