Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ15W

Here is a extensive review of the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung HZ15W, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and HZ15W (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was revealed 6 months later than the HZ15W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the CX2 grades vs the HZ15W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 and Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Samsung HZ15W Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX2 enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the CX2 vs the HZ15W.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and HZ15W is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over technical specs. The visual below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and HZ15W.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung HZ15W to deliver greater detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively.