Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung NX mini

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung NX mini, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the CX1 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") possess different sensor sizing.

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The CX1 was launched 6 years prior to the NX mini and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the CX1 grades against the NX mini in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh CX1 has physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX mini has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the CX1 against the NX mini.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and NX mini is 93 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reading specifications. The visual underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the CX1 and NX mini.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The CX1 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX mini will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 11.5MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older CX1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.