Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh CX1
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Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched February 2009

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
The following is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic ZR1 and Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the ZR1 (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The ZR1 was unveiled 6 months after the CX1 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the ZR1 matches up against the CX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 & Ricoh CX1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic ZR1 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Ricoh CX1
ZR1 | CX1 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Panasonic ZR1
CX1 | ZR1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZR1 and Ricoh CX1
ZR1 | CX1 | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic ZR1 features exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic ZR1 and Ricoh CX1 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the ZR1 against the CX1.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the ZR1 and CX1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the ZR1 and CX1.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZR1 to deliver greater detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively.

Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic ZR1 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 | Ricoh CX1 |
Also called | Lumix DMC-ZX1 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2009-07-27 | 2009-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine V | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 9MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-200mm (8.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 2.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 5.10 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance 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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 158 gr (0.35 pounds) | 180 gr (0.40 pounds) |
Dimensions | 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | - | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $280 | $299 |