Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung WB800F

On this page, we will be evaluating the Ricoh CX1 vs Samsung WB800F, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and WB800F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was brought out 4 years earlier than the WB800F and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the CX1 matches up versus the WB800F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 & Samsung WB800F. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX1 Gallery & Samsung WB800F Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX1 features exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Samsung WB800F has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 22mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the CX1 vs the WB800F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the CX1 and WB800F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The visual here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and WB800F.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung WB800F to give more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older CX1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.