Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung ST95

On this page, we are reviewing the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung ST95, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and ST95 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was introduced 17 months before the ST95 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the CX2 grades against the ST95 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX2 & Samsung ST95. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Samsung ST95 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX2 features outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST95 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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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the CX2 and the ST95.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and ST95 is 93 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by seeing technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CX2 and ST95.

As you have seen, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung ST95 to provide extra detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images more aggressively. The older CX2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.