Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung NX mini

Following is a complete assessment of the Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung NX mini, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") have different sensor dimensions.

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The CX2 was brought out 5 years before the NX mini which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the CX2 grades vs the NX mini in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX2 and Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX2 enjoys external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung NX mini in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the CX2 vs the NX mini.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and NX mini is 93 and 93 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The pic below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX2 and NX mini.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CX2 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX mini will offer you more detail having its extra 11.5MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged CX2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.