Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung ST65

Lets look a bit more closely at the Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung ST65, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and ST65 (14MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was brought out 17 months earlier than the ST65 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the CX2 scores vs the ST65 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 & Samsung ST65. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Samsung ST65 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX2 has got physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST65 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the CX2 versus the ST65.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and ST65 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX2 and ST65.

Plainly, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung ST65 to give greater detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged CX2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.