Ricoh CX1 vs Sony TX66
93 Imaging
32 Features
30 Overall
31
97 Imaging
42 Features
51 Overall
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sony TX66 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
- Introduced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Released February 2012
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Below, we are reviewing the Ricoh CX1 versus Sony TX66, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and TX66 (18MP) but they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe CX1 was brought out 4 years earlier than the TX66 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX66 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the CX1 scores vs the TX66 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Photography Glossary Ricoh CX1 vs Sony TX66 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Sony TX66 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Sony TX66
| CX1 | TX66 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony TX66 over the Ricoh CX1
| TX66 | CX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | February 2012 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 36 months |
| Display dimension | 3.3" |  | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 1230k |  | 920k | Clearer display (+310k dot) |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Sony TX66
| CX1 | TX66 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Ricoh CX1 vs Sony TX66 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX1 comes with exterior 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 TX66 has dimensions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Check the Ricoh CX1 versus Sony TX66 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the CX1 vs the TX66.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the CX1 and TX66 is 93 and 97 respectively.
Ricoh CX1 vs Sony TX66 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and TX66.
Clearly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Sony TX66 to give more detail having its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics much 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 TX66 Specifications
| Ricoh CX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model | Ricoh CX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX66 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2009-02-19 | 2012-02-28 |
| Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | 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 | 9 megapixels | 18 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4896 x 3672 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/3.5-4.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 920k dot | 1,230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch operation | ||
| Screen technology | - | XtraFine TruBlack OLED display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m | 3.10 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Rear Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 180 gr (0.40 pounds) | 109 gr (0.24 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
| 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 | - | 250 images |
| Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | DB-70 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo, microSD/microSDHC |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $299 | $350 |