Ricoh CX1 vs Sony TX200V

Following is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh CX1 versus Sony TX200V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and TX200V (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was introduced 3 years prior to the TX200V which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX200V being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the CX1 scores vs the TX200V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Sony TX200V Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony TX200V has measurements of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the CX1 versus the TX200V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the CX1 and TX200V is 93 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX1 and TX200V.

Clearly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Sony TX200V to deliver greater detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged CX1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.