Pentax X90 vs Ricoh CX1
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Pentax X90 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 111 x 85 x 110mm
- Launched July 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 X90 vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
Here is a thorough comparison of the Pentax X90 and Ricoh CX1, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the X90 (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe X90 was released 17 months later than the CX1 which makes them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax X90 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple summary of how the X90 matches up against the CX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Pentax X90 vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X90 and Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are available at Pentax X90 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Pentax X90 over the Ricoh CX1
X90 | CX1 | |||
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Introduced | July 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 17 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Pentax X90
CX1 | X90 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Pentax X90 and Ricoh CX1
X90 | CX1 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | No Touch friendly screen |
Pentax X90 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Pentax X90 comes with outside dimensions of 111mm x 85mm x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Compare the Pentax X90 and Ricoh CX1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the X90 against the CX1.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the X90 and CX1 is 69 and 93 respectively.
Pentax X90 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the X90 and CX1.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax X90 to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent X90 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.
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Pentax X90 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Pentax X90 | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Pentax | Ricoh |
Model type | Pentax X90 | Ricoh CX1 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-07-06 | 2009-02-19 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Prime | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3456 x 2592 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-676mm (26.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.10 m | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) |
Max 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 428g (0.94 pounds) | 180g (0.40 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 111 x 85 x 110mm (4.4" x 3.3" x 4.3") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-L106 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $350 | $299 |