Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung ST700

The following is a detailed comparison of the Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung ST700, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was revealed 22 months prior to the ST700 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the CX1 matches up versus the ST700 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 & Samsung ST700. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX1 has got outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the CX1 compared to the ST700.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and ST700 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching a spec sheet. The image below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the CX1 and ST700.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung ST700 to render extra detail because of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged CX1 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.