Ricoh CX1 vs Sony S2100
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sony S2100 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
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Announced January 2010
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Lets look more closely at the Ricoh CX1 versus Sony S2100, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and S2100 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe CX1 was revealed 10 months prior to the S2100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the CX1 matches up vs the S2100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Sony S2100
| CX1 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2100 over the Ricoh CX1
| S2100 | CX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2010 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 10 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Sony S2100
| CX1 | S2100 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Ricoh CX1 vs Sony S2100 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX1 has got physical 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) while the Sony S2100 has proportions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the CX1 against the S2100.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and S2100 is 93 and 93 respectively.
Ricoh CX1 vs Sony S2100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the CX1 and S2100.
As you can see, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Sony S2100 to give more detail because of its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged CX1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sony S2100 Specifications
| Ricoh CX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model type | Ricoh CX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2100 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2009-02-19 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | Bionz |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| 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 | 9 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/3.1-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 1 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1200 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 1.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 3.30 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| 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) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) | 167 grams (0.37 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
| 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 | 2 x AA |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $299 | $0 |
