Ricoh CX1 vs Sony WX80
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sony WX80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Launched February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
- 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
- Announced January 2013
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Lets look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh CX1 versus Sony WX80, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and WX80 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe CX1 was unveiled 4 years prior to the WX80 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the CX1 scores versus the WX80 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Sony WX80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Sony WX80
| CX1 | WX80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial accurate focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Ricoh CX1
| WX80 | CX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | February 2009 | More modern by 47 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Sony WX80
| CX1 | WX80 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX1 vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX1 provides physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Sony WX80 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the CX1 versus the WX80.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and WX80 is 93 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh CX1 vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the CX1 and WX80.
Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony WX80 to show greater detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged CX1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX1 vs Sony WX80 Specifications
| Ricoh CX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
| Model type | Ricoh CX1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 |
| Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-02-19 | 2013-01-08 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| 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 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Peak resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Highest enhanced ISO | - | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/3.3-8.0 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3" | 2.7" |
| Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT LCD display |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 4s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1600s |
| Continuous shutter rate | - | 10.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.20 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB 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) | 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 format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| 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 | 180 grams (0.40 lbs) | 124 grams (0.27 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 life | - | 240 photos |
| Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
| Battery ID | DB-70 | NP-BN |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $299 | $276 |