Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung PL170

Let's examine more closely at the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung PL170, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was unveiled 22 months before the PL170 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the CX1 grades against the PL170 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX1 and Samsung PL170. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Samsung PL170 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX1 has exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung PL170 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the CX1 and the PL170.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX1 and PL170 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at a spec sheet. The image here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CX1 and PL170.

As you can see, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung PL170 to resolve greater detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged CX1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.