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Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

Portability
93
Imaging
32
Features
30
Overall
31
Ricoh CX1 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G front
Portability
90
Imaging
39
Features
44
Overall
41

Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Key Specs

Ricoh CX1
(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
  • Introduced February 2009
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 4.8" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 23-481mm (F) lens
  • 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
  • Announced August 2012
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Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview

Let's look more closely at the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The CX1 was released 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the CX1 grades against the Galaxy Camera 4G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 CX1 Galaxy Camera 4G 
Focus manually Very accurate focusing
Display resolution920k0kSharper display (+920k dot)

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Ricoh CX1

 Galaxy Camera 4G CX1 
AnnouncedAugust 2012February 2009Newer by 42 months
Display dimension4.8"3"Larger display (+1.8")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

 CX1 Galaxy Camera 4G 
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Selfie screen Neither features selfie screen

Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh CX1 enjoys exterior dimensions 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the CX1 and the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 93 and 90 respectively.

Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G top view buttons comparison

Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specs. The image here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the CX1 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to show extra detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged CX1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G sensor size comparison

Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh CX1 Portrait photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Portrait photography advice
25
you can focus manually
manual mode not possible
cannot use external flash
MP count low (9MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
30
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual mode not available
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Ricoh CX1 Street photography info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Street photography info
55
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no articulating screen
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
61
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (305g)
no moving screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh CX1 Sports photography information
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sports photography information
26
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
MP count low (9MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
44
amazing zoom range (23-481mm 20.9 x zoom)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh CX1 as a Travel photography camera
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G as a Travel photography camera
59
has built in flash
relatively wide (28mm)
MP count low (9MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
72
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
pretty wide (23mm)
very long reach (481mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
missing Timelapse mode
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
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Landscape Comparison

Ricoh CX1 Landscape photography info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Landscape photography info
42
you can focus manually
relatively wide (28mm)
pretty good screen size (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
manual mode not possible
MP count low (9MP)
very small sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW support
47
pretty wide (23mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
very good size screen (4.8")
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
manual mode not available
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh CX1 Vlogging factors
Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Vlogging factors
28
relatively wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
video resolution low (640 x 480 pxls)
no mic jack
36
pretty wide (23mm)
great maximum aperture (f)
has touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
video res high (1920 x 1080 pixels)
lighter than competition in class (305 grams)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
missing external microphone support
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Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh CX1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
 Ricoh CX1Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
General Information
Manufacturer Ricoh Samsung
Model type Ricoh CX1 Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
Category Small Sensor Compact Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2009-02-19 2012-08-29
Physical type Compact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Smooth Imaging Engine IV 1.4GHz Quad-Core
Sensor type CMOS BSI-CMOS
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 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 -
Maximum resolution 3456 x 2592 -
Maximum native ISO 1600 3200
Lowest native ISO 80 100
RAW format
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 28-200mm (7.1x) 23-481mm (20.9x)
Largest aperture f/3.3-5.2 -
Macro focusing range 1cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.8 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3 inches 4.8 inches
Resolution of screen 920 thousand dots 0 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Screen tech - 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Lowest shutter speed 8 seconds -
Highest shutter speed 1/2000 seconds -
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 3.00 m no built-in flash
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync no built-in flash
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Video resolutions 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1920 x 1080
Maximum video resolution 640x480 1920x1080
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, H.264
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) none
GPS None BuiltIn
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 180 gr (0.40 pounds) 305 gr (0.67 pounds)
Dimensions 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7")
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) -
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC card, Internal micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC
Card slots Single Single
Pricing at launch $299 $550