Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung DV300F
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96 Imaging
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Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Launched January 2012
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Its time to look more in depth at the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung DV300F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe CX2 was manufactured 3 years before the DV300F and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the CX2 scores against the DV300F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 and Samsung DV300F. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Samsung DV300F
| CX2 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More accurate focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Ricoh CX2
| DV300F | CX2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 |  | August 2009 | More recent by 28 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung DV300F
| CX2 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Lack of Touch display |
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
If you are intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh CX2 provides exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung DV300F has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Check the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the CX2 and the DV300F.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and DV300F is 93 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the CX2 and DV300F.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung DV300F to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older CX2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
| Ricoh CX2 | Samsung DV300F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model | Ricoh CX2 | Samsung DV300F |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2009-08-20 | 2012-01-02 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 9 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Resolution of screen | 920k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 3.00 m (ISO 400) | 4.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lb) | 133 gr (0.29 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | DB-70 | BP88 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $341 | $200 |