Ricoh CX1 vs Sony QX1

Here is a extended comparison of the Ricoh CX1 and Sony QX1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Lens-style by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and QX1 (20MP) and the CX1 (1/2.3") and QX1 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The CX1 was revealed 6 years earlier than the QX1 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Sony QX1 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the CX1 grades vs the QX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX1 & Sony Alpha QX1. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Sony QX1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX1 has physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony QX1 has measurements of 74mm x 70mm x 53mm (2.9" x 2.8" x 2.1") having a weight of 216 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the CX1 against the QX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and QX1 is 93 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and QX1.

As you can tell, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CX1 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony QX1 will render greater detail because of its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The older CX1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.