Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung WB250F

Below is a complete comparison of the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung WB250F, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and WB250F (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was launched 4 years prior to the WB250F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the CX1 grades against the WB250F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 and Samsung WB250F. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Samsung WB250F Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX1 offers physical 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 WB250F has measurements of 106mm x 62mm x 22mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 226 grams (0.50 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung WB250F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the CX1 against the WB250F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX1 and WB250F is 93 and 93 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out specifications. The visual underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX1 and WB250F.

To sum up, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB250F to show extra detail utilizing its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older CX1 will be behind in sensor tech.