Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh CX1
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 206g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Introduced April 2012
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-TZ30
- Older Model is Panasonic ZS15
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS25
(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 ZS20 vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
The following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh CX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the ZS20 (14MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
TikTok Developing Photo App to Challenge Instagram's DominanceThe ZS20 was launched 3 years after the CX1 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the ZS20 scores vs the CX1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 and Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic ZS20 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS20 over the Ricoh CX1
ZS20 | CX1 | |||
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Launched | April 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 39 months | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Panasonic ZS20
CX1 | ZS20 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic ZS20 and Ricoh CX1
ZS20 | CX1 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS20 offers physical measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has specifications 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 Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh CX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the ZS20 vs the CX1.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the ZS20 and CX1 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the ZS20 and CX1.
All in all, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS20 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger ZS20 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic ZS20 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20 | Ricoh CX1 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-TZ30 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-04-26 | 2009-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-6.4 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 10.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.40 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206 grams (0.45 lbs) | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $349 | $299 |