Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh CX1
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Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 153g - 101 x 65 x 28mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Introduced February 2009

Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
Lets take a closer look at the Pentax I-10 versus Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Pentax and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the I-10 (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

The I-10 was manufactured 12 months later than the CX1 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the I-10 matches up against the CX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio I-10 and Ricoh CX1. The entire galleries are available at Pentax I-10 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax I-10 over the Ricoh CX1
I-10 | CX1 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | ![]() | February 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Pentax I-10
CX1 | I-10 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax I-10 and Ricoh CX1
I-10 | CX1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very precise focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax I-10 provides outside dimensions of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Analyze the Pentax I-10 versus Ricoh CX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the I-10 versus the CX1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the I-10 and CX1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to imagine the gap in sensor measurements merely by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the I-10 and CX1.
Clearly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Pentax I-10 to provide you with extra detail due to its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern I-10 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.

Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Pentax I-10 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Pentax Optio I-10 | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model | Pentax Optio I-10 | Ricoh CX1 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2010-01-25 | 2009-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Prime | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
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, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 153 grams (0.34 lbs) | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 65 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | D-LI92 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at launch | $310 | $299 |