Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung DV300F
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Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung DV300F 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
- Announced February 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Launched January 2012
Photography Glossary Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
The following is a complete analysis of the Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung DV300F, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and DV300F (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe CX1 was brought out 3 years prior to the DV300F which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a concise overview of how the CX1 scores against the DV300F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 and Samsung DV300F. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Samsung DV300F
| CX1 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Ricoh CX1
| DV300F | CX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 34 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Samsung DV300F
| CX1 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither has Touch screen |
Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX1 has outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the CX1 vs the DV300F.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the CX1 and DV300F is 93 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The picture here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and DV300F.
To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Samsung DV300F to result in greater detail having its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged CX1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
| Ricoh CX1 | Samsung DV300F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh CX1 | Samsung DV300F |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-02-19 | 2012-01-02 |
| 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 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, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect AF | ||
| Contract detect AF | ||
| Phase detect AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure 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) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 180 grams (0.40 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| 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 ID | DB-70 | BP88 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Retail pricing | $299 | $200 |