Pentax W90 vs Ricoh CX1

Below is a in-depth review of the Pentax W90 versus Ricoh CX1, one being a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Pentax and Ricoh. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the W90 (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The W90 was launched 13 months later than the CX1 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the W90 scores against the CX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Optio W90 and Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are available at Pentax W90 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Pentax W90 enjoys external measurements of 108mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Ricoh CX1 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax W90 versus Ricoh CX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the W90 versus the CX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the W90 and CX1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by checking out specs. The visual here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the W90 and CX1.

All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Pentax W90 to show extra detail utilizing its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The younger W90 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.