Panasonic XS1 vs Ricoh CX1

The following is a thorough review of the Panasonic XS1 versus Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the XS1 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The XS1 was announced 3 years after the CX1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple view of how the XS1 grades against the CX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 & Ricoh CX1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic XS1 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic XS1 has physical dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") and a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic XS1 versus Ricoh CX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the XS1 and the CX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the XS1 and CX1 is 97 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the XS1 and CX1.

To sum up, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic XS1 to render extra detail with its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The newer XS1 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.