Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ30W

Below, we are matching up the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and HZ30W (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was announced 5 months before the HZ30W and they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the CX2 scores versus the HZ30W in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX2 and Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Samsung HZ30W Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX2 has got outer dimensions 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 HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung HZ30W in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the CX2 versus the HZ30W.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and HZ30W is 93 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The picture underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX2 and HZ30W.

All in all, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ30W to deliver extra detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively.