Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung NX20
93 Imaging
32 Features
30 Overall
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83 Imaging
62 Features
73 Overall
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Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung NX20 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed February 2009
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 341g - 122 x 90 x 40mm
- Released April 2012
- Superseded the Samsung NX11
- Newer Model is Samsung NX30
Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung NX20 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung NX20, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and NX20 (20MP) and the CX1 (1/2.3") and NX20 (APS-C) offer different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe CX1 was introduced 4 years prior to the NX20 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX20 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the CX1 matches up vs the NX20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung NX20 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX1 and Samsung NX20. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Samsung NX20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Samsung NX20
CX1 | NX20 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 614k | Sharper display (+306k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX20 over the Ricoh CX1
NX20 | CX1 | |||
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Released | April 2012 | February 2009 | Newer by 38 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Ricoh CX1 and Samsung NX20
CX1 | NX20 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display sizing | |
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung NX20 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX1 offers 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) while the Samsung NX20 has proportions of 122mm x 90mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") having a weight of 341 grams (0.75 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung NX20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view scale comparison of the CX1 compared to the NX20.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and NX20 is 93 and 83 respectively.
Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung NX20 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The pic below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the CX1 and NX20.
As you can see, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The CX1 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX20 will provide extra detail using its extra 11MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CX1 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung NX20 Specifications
Ricoh CX1 | Samsung NX20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh CX1 | Samsung NX20 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Advanced Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2009-02-19 | 2012-04-20 |
Physical type | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 28-200mm (7.1x) | - |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.2 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 614 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 secs |
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 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1920x1080 |
Video data 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) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 180 gr (0.40 lb) | 341 gr (0.75 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 122 x 90 x 40mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 75 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.4 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.9 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 785 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 photographs |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-70 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $299 | $1,100 |