Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung SL30

Here is a comprehensive comparison of the Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung SL30, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the CX1 (9MP) and the SL30 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was introduced within a month of the SL30 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the CX1 grades versus the SL30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 & Samsung SL30. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Samsung SL30 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX1 has got outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) whilst the Samsung SL30 has sizing of 94mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the CX1 and the SL30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and SL30 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the CX1 and SL30.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung SL30 to render greater detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively.