Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma fp

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma fp, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sigma. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and fp (25MP) and the CX1 (1/2.3") and fp (Full frame) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The CX1 was launched 11 years earlier than the fp which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Sigma fp being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the CX1 matches up against the fp in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX1 & Sigma fp. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Sigma fp Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX1 offers external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sigma fp has proportions of 113mm x 70mm x 45mm (4.4" x 2.8" x 1.8") along with a weight of 422 grams (0.93 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh CX1 vs Sigma fp in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the CX1 versus the fp.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX1 and fp is 93 and 84 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The pic here may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and fp.

To sum up, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The CX1 featuring a tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Sigma fp will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 16MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged CX1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.