Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP1x
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP1x Key Specs
(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
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 5MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 320 x 240 video
- 28mm (F4.0) lens
- 250g - 113 x 60 x 50mm
- Revealed February 2010
- Older Model is Sigma DP1s
Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP1x Overview
Its time to examine more in depth at the Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP1x, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the CX1 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) come with different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe CX1 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the DP1x and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the CX1 matches up against the DP1x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP1x Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 & Sigma DP1x. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Sigma DP1x Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Sigma DP1x
CX1 | DP1x | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sigma DP1x over the Ricoh CX1
DP1x | CX1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2010 | February 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Sigma DP1x
CX1 | DP1x | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither includes Touch screen |
Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP1x Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX1 features outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sigma DP1x has proportions of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") along with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).
See the Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP1x in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the CX1 vs the DP1x.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and DP1x is 93 and 88 respectively.
Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP1x Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by researching specifications. The photograph below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the CX1 and DP1x.
Plainly, both cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CX1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Ricoh CX1 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older CX1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma DP1x Specifications
Ricoh CX1 | Sigma DP1x | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Sigma |
Model type | Ricoh CX1 | Sigma DP1x |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-19 | 2010-02-20 |
Body design | Compact | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | True II |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS (Foveon X3) |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 20.7 x 13.8mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 285.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 5MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 2640 x 1760 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 28mm (1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/4.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.7 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 320x240 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 1.0 (1.5 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 180g (0.40 pounds) | 250g (0.55 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 113 x 60 x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") |
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 | DB-70 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $299 | $574 |