Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh CX1
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Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-175mm (F3.8-4.7) lens
- 125g - 92 x 60 x 22mm
- Revealed August 2009
(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 WS80 vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Pentax WS80 versus Ricoh CX1, former is a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Pentax and Ricoh. The image resolution of the WS80 (10MP) and the CX1 (9MP) is relatively well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe WS80 was brought out 6 months after the CX1 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief overview of how the WS80 matches up versus the CX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax Optio WS80 & Ricoh CX1. The entire galleries are available at Pentax WS80 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax WS80 over the Ricoh CX1
WS80 | CX1 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Pentax WS80
CX1 | WS80 | |||
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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 WS80 and Ricoh CX1
WS80 | CX1 | |||
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Introduced | August 2009 | February 2009 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Pentax WS80 has outer measurements of 92mm x 60mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 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).
Compare the Pentax WS80 versus Ricoh CX1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the WS80 versus the CX1.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the WS80 and CX1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The pic here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the WS80 and CX1.
As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Pentax WS80 to give you greater detail having its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively.
Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Pentax WS80 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Pentax Optio WS80 | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model type | Pentax Optio WS80 | Ricoh CX1 |
Class | Waterproof | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-08-05 | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-175mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.8-4.7 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1500s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 1.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | 3.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Soft | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 125 gr (0.28 lbs) | 180 gr (0.40 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 60 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 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 ID | D-LI68 | 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 |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $220 | $299 |