Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung NX200

Lets look more in depth at the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung NX200, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) have totally different sensor size.

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The CX2 was announced 3 years prior to the NX200 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the CX2 grades against the NX200 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX2 & Samsung NX200. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Samsung NX200 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX2 offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung NX200 has measurements of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") with a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung NX200 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the CX2 versus the NX200.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and NX200 is 93 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The image here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and NX200.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The CX2 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX200 will show extra detail with its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged CX2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.