Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung WB30F

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung WB30F, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was unveiled 4 years prior to the WB30F which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the CX1 matches up against the WB30F for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX1 and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh CX1 comes with exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung WB30F has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh CX1 versus Samsung WB30F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the CX1 versus the WB30F.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the CX1 and WB30F is 93 and 96 respectively.

Often, its tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizes simply by looking at specifications. The pic here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and WB30F.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung WB30F to give more detail having an extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged CX1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.