Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung WB150F

Following is a in depth overview of the Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung WB150F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and WB150F (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was brought out 3 years before the WB150F which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the CX1 scores versus the WB150F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX1 and Samsung WB150F. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Samsung WB150F Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX1 provides outer dimensions 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 WB150F has sizing of 107mm x 61mm x 23mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the CX1 vs the WB150F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX1 and WB150F is 93 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing specifications. The picture below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and WB150F.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB150F to deliver extra detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged CX1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.