Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ25W
93 Imaging
32 Features
35 Overall
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70 Imaging
35 Features
32 Overall
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Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ25W 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
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Alternative Name is WB5000
Photography Glossary Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ25W Overview
On this page, we will be contrasting the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and HZ25W (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe CX2 was released 10 months earlier than the HZ25W so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the CX2 scores versus the HZ25W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 & Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Samsung HZ25W
| CX2 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Ricoh CX2
| HZ25W | CX2 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | July 2010 |  | August 2009 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung HZ25W
| CX2 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen size |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly screen |  | Neither offers Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX2 offers physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ25W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung HZ25W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the CX2 vs the HZ25W.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and HZ25W is 93 and 70 respectively.
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The visual underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and HZ25W.
All in all, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung HZ25W to provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older CX2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
| Ricoh CX2 | Samsung HZ25W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh CX2 | Samsung HZ25W |
| Also Known as | - | WB5000 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2009-08-20 | 2010-07-06 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 9 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 64 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 920k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 3.00 m (ISO 400) | 5.60 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB 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), 320 x 240 (60, 30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 185 gr (0.41 lb) | 428 gr (0.94 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | DB-70 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Cost at launch | $341 | $350 |
