Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung EX2F
93 Imaging
32 Features
30 Overall
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90 Imaging
37 Features
62 Overall
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Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung EX2F 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
- Released February 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-80mm (F1.4-2.7) lens
- 294g - 112 x 62 x 29mm
- Announced December 2012
Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung EX2F Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung EX2F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and EX2F (12MP) and the CX1 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") have different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe CX1 was unveiled 4 years earlier than the EX2F and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the CX1 scores against the EX2F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung EX2F Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX1 & Samsung EX2F. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Samsung EX2F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Samsung EX2F
CX1 | EX2F | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | 0k | Clearer screen (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung EX2F over the Ricoh CX1
EX2F | CX1 | |||
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Announced | December 2012 | February 2009 | More recent by 46 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Samsung EX2F
CX1 | EX2F | |||
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Manual focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung EX2F Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX1 enjoys exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung EX2F has measurements of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung EX2F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the CX1 and the EX2F.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and EX2F is 93 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung EX2F Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and EX2F.
As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The CX1 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung EX2F will give you more detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The older CX1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung EX2F Specifications
Ricoh CX1 | Samsung EX2F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh CX1 | Samsung EX2F |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-02-19 | 2012-12-18 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/1.7" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 7.44 x 5.58mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 41.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | 24-80mm (3.3x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | f/1.4-2.7 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 4.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 0k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | - |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow syncro, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | 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 | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 180g (0.40 lb) | 294g (0.65 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 112 x 62 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 48 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 20.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 209 |
Other | ||
Battery ID | DB-70 | SLB-10A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $299 | $478 |