Ricoh CX1 vs Sony W220
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sony W220 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 30-120mm (F2.8-7.1) lens
- 147g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
Photography Glossary Ricoh CX1 vs Sony W220 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Ricoh CX1 and Sony W220, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and W220 (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe CX1 was released 2 months after the W220 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the CX1 scores against the W220 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Sony W220
| CX1 | W220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony W220 over the Ricoh CX1
| W220 | CX1 |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Sony W220
| CX1 | W220 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | February 2009 |  | January 2009 | Similar generation |
| Manual focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX1 vs Sony W220 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX1 has outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony W220 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh CX1 and Sony W220 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the CX1 and the W220.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX1 and W220 is 93 and 95 respectively.
Ricoh CX1 vs Sony W220 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading specs. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX1 and W220.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony W220 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively.
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sony W220 Specifications
| Ricoh CX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model type | Ricoh CX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-02-19 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface 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 |
| Highest resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | - | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 30-120mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/2.8-7.1 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Screen resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 7.10 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Flash On, Slow Syncro, Red-eye, Flash Off |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (8 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 180g (0.40 pounds) | 147g (0.32 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Price at launch | $299 | $160 |
