Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung TL320

On this page, we are reviewing the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung TL320, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and TL320 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was unveiled 6 months after the TL320 so they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL320 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the CX2 matches up against the TL320 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX2 & Samsung TL320. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Samsung TL320 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX2 features physical dimensions 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 TL320 has proportions of 97mm x 61mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the CX2 against the TL320.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and TL320 is 93 and 98 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The image underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX2 and TL320.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Samsung TL320 to show greater detail having an extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively.