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Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh G900

Portability
93
Imaging
32
Features
30
Overall
31
Ricoh CX1 front
 
Ricoh G900 front
Portability
89
Imaging
47
Features
46
Overall
46

Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh G900 Key Specs

Ricoh CX1
(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
Ricoh G900
(Full Review)
  • 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 125 - 6400
  • Digital Image Stabilization
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
  • 247g - 118 x 66 x 33mm
  • Launched February 2018
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Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh G900 Overview

Here is a thorough assessment of the Ricoh CX1 versus Ricoh G900, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and G900 (20MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was revealed 10 years prior to the G900 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a short view of how the CX1 scores versus the G900 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Ricoh G900

 CX1 G900 

Reasons to pick Ricoh G900 over the Ricoh CX1

 G900 CX1 
LaunchedFebruary 2018February 2009Fresher by 109 months
Display resolution1040k920kSharper display (+120k dot)

Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Ricoh G900

 CX1 G900 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display sizing
Selfie screen Missing selfie screen
Touch friendly display Neither has Touch friendly display

Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh G900 Physical Comparison

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX1 has physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Ricoh G900 has dimensions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 247 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh CX1 versus Ricoh G900 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the CX1 against the G900.

Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh G900 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and G900 is 93 and 89 respectively.

Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh G900 top view buttons comparison

Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh G900 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The visual here may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the CX1 and G900.

Clearly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Ricoh G900 to render more detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older CX1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.

Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh G900 sensor size comparison

Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh G900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh CX1 as a Portrait photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Portrait photography camera
25
has manual focus
manual exposure not available
no external flash support
MP count low (9MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
45
has manual focus
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
features face detect autofocus
no manual mode
external flash not possible
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh CX1 as a Street photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Street photography camera
55
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen does not articulate
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
60
built in image stabilization (Digital)
weather sealing
no articulating screen
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
more heavy than average (247 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh CX1 Sports photography information
Ricoh G900 Sports photography information
26
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (9MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
54
built in image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (20 megapixels)
features tracking focus
weather sealing
good battery power (340 per charge)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh CX1 Travel photography advice
Ricoh G900 Travel photography advice
59
flash built-in
relatively wide (28mm)
MP count low (9 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
70
good battery power (340 per charge)
weather sealing
resolution is good (20MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (28mm)
more heavy than average (247g)
display isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh CX1 as a Landscape photography camera
Ricoh G900 as a Landscape photography camera
42
has manual focus
relatively wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual exposure not available
MP count low (9 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
56
has manual focus
decently wide (28mm)
good sized screen (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
resolution is good (20MP)
weather sealing
good battery power (340 CIPA)
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
no manual mode
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW files
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh CX1 Vlogging features
Ricoh G900 Vlogging features
28
relatively wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (640 x 480 resolution)
does not have external microphone support
32
decently wide (28mm)
built in image stabilization (Digital)
features face detect autofocus
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 pxls)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
doesn't have microphone socket
more heavy than average (247 grams)
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Ricoh CX1 vs Ricoh G900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh CX1 and Ricoh G900
 Ricoh CX1Ricoh G900
General Information
Company Ricoh Ricoh
Model Ricoh CX1 Ricoh G900
Class Small Sensor Compact Waterproof
Launched 2009-02-19 2018-02-21
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Smooth Imaging Engine IV -
Sensor type CMOS BSI-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 9 megapixel 20 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2
Full resolution 3456 x 2592 5184 x 3888
Max native ISO 1600 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 125
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch focus
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points - 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 28-200mm (7.1x) 28-140mm (5.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.2 f/3.5-5.5
Macro focus range 1cm 1cm
Crop factor 5.8 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 920k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds 4 seconds
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds 1/4000 seconds
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 3.00 m 5.50 m (with Auto ISO)
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Flash on, flash off
External flash
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 3840x2160
Max video resolution 640x480 3840x2160
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Supports FlashAir SD cards
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) DB-110 lithium-ion battery & USB charger
GPS None Built-in
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 180g (0.40 lb) 247g (0.54 lb)
Physical dimensions 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") 118 x 66 x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3")
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 life - 340 shots
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model DB-70 -
Self timer Yes (2, 10 or Custom) Yes
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots Single Single
Retail pricing $299 $752