Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung TL210

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung TL210, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and TL210 (12MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was revealed 4 months earlier than the TL210 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL210 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the CX2 scores vs the TL210 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 & Samsung TL210. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Samsung TL210 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh CX2 provides external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) whilst the Samsung TL210 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the CX2 vs the TL210.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and TL210 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The picture here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the CX2 and TL210.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung TL210 to deliver extra detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures far more aggressively.