Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung WB350F

On this page, we will be analyzing the Ricoh CX1 and Samsung WB350F, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and WB350F (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was manufactured 5 years prior to the WB350F which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the CX1 matches up against the WB350F in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX1 and Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX1 has got exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has dimensions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX1 and Samsung WB350F in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the CX1 and the WB350F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the CX1 and WB350F is 93 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The image underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CX1 and WB350F.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Samsung WB350F to give more detail due to its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged CX1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.