Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

The following is a extended analysis of the Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was brought out 4 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 3G which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the CX2 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 3G with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX2 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you should consider its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX2 offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has sizing of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the CX2 versus the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX2 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to result in greater detail having its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged CX2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.