Ricoh CX1 vs Sony HX10V
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sony HX10V Key Specs
(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
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-400mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 234g - 105 x 60 x 34mm
- Released February 2012
- Replacement is Sony HX20V

Ricoh CX1 vs Sony HX10V Overview
In this article, we are looking at the Ricoh CX1 vs Sony HX10V, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and HX10V (18MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The CX1 was released 4 years prior to the HX10V and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the CX1 scores versus the HX10V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh CX1 vs Sony HX10V Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Sony HX10V Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Sony HX10V
CX1 | HX10V | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focusing |
Reasons to pick Sony HX10V over the Ricoh CX1
HX10V | CX1 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 36 months |
Display resolution | 922k | ![]() | 920k | Clearer display (+2k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Sony HX10V
CX1 | HX10V | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly display |
Ricoh CX1 vs Sony HX10V Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX1 provides external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony HX10V has sizing of 105mm x 60mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 234 grams (0.52 lbs).
Analyze the Ricoh CX1 vs Sony HX10V in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the CX1 and the HX10V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and HX10V is 93 and 91 respectively.

Ricoh CX1 vs Sony HX10V Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specs. The graphic here will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the CX1 and HX10V.
All in all, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony HX10V to result in extra detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The older CX1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Ricoh CX1 vs Sony HX10V Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh CX1 vs Sony HX10V Specifications
Ricoh CX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh CX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX10V |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2009-02-19 | 2012-02-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 24-400mm (16.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 922k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m | 5.30 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 180 grams (0.40 lb) | 234 grams (0.52 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 60 x 34mm (4.1" x 2.4" 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 | - | 320 photos |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-70 | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $299 | $616 |