Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ35W
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Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ35W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released August 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Announced June 2010
- Also Known as WB650
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ35W Overview
Here is a complete overview of the Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ35W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and HZ35W (12MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe CX2 was announced 10 months earlier than the HZ35W which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the CX2 matches up against the HZ35W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ35W Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX2 and Samsung HZ35W. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Samsung HZ35W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Samsung HZ35W
CX2 | HZ35W | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 614k | Clearer display (+306k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ35W over the Ricoh CX2
HZ35W | CX2 | |||
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Announced | June 2010 | August 2009 | Fresher by 10 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung HZ35W
CX2 | HZ35W | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ35W Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX2 has got outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung HZ35W has proportions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ35W in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the CX2 against the HZ35W.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and HZ35W is 93 and 91 respectively.
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ35W Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the CX2 and HZ35W.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ35W to show more detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images more aggressively. The older CX2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung HZ35W Specifications
Ricoh CX2 | Samsung HZ35W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh CX2 | Samsung HZ35W |
Also referred to as | - | WB650 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2009-08-20 | 2010-06-16 |
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 | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m (ISO 400) | 5.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE 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) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) | 245 grams (0.54 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $341 | $300 |