Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung CL80

Below, we will be contrasting the Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung CL80, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and CL80 (14MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was introduced 10 months before the CL80 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a quick overview of how the CX1 matches up against the CL80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 & Samsung CL80. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Samsung CL80 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX1 provides exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung CL80 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung CL80 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the CX1 against the CL80.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the CX1 and CL80 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The graphic below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the CX1 and CL80.

Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung CL80 to give you extra detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older CX1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.