Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung HZ15W

Here, we will be looking at the Ricoh CX1 and Samsung HZ15W, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was unveiled very close to the HZ15W which means that they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summary of how the CX1 grades vs the HZ15W when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX1 & Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX1 provides external 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 HZ15W has sizing of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the CX1 compared to the HZ15W.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the CX1 and HZ15W is 93 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX1 and HZ15W.

Plainly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can expect the Samsung HZ15W to result in greater detail having an extra 3MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively.