Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung PL170

Below, we are contrasting the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung PL170, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and PL170 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was revealed 16 months earlier than the PL170 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL170 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a brief summation of how the CX2 matches up vs the PL170 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 & Samsung PL170. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. 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 PL170 has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung PL170 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the CX2 compared to the PL170.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and PL170 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX2 and PL170.

As you can plainly see, both cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Samsung PL170 to produce extra detail because of its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older CX2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.