Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung PL210
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Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung PL210 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
- Revealed August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 20mm
- Revealed January 2011
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung PL210 Overview
Let's take a closer look at the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung PL210, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and PL210 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe CX2 was introduced 16 months earlier than the PL210 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL210 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple view of how the CX2 matches up against the PL210 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung PL210 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 & Samsung PL210. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Samsung PL210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Samsung PL210
CX2 | PL210 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL210 over the Ricoh CX2
PL210 | CX2 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | August 2009 | More modern by 16 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung PL210
CX2 | PL210 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | No Touch screen |
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung PL210 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX2 features outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung PL210 has measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung PL210 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the CX2 against the PL210.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and PL210 is 93 and 99 respectively.
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung PL210 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture below will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX2 and PL210.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Samsung PL210 to offer more detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged CX2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung PL210 Specifications
Ricoh CX2 | Samsung PL210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh CX2 | Samsung PL210 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-08-20 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Full resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | () |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m (ISO 400) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 59 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $341 | $200 |