Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung WB50F

Lets look a little more closely at the Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and WB50F (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was introduced 5 years before the WB50F and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the CX2 grades against the WB50F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX2 & Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh CX2 comes with outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Samsung WB50F has specifications of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung WB50F in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the CX2 versus the WB50F.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX2 and WB50F is 93 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing only by checking specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the CX2 and WB50F.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung WB50F to resolve extra detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The older CX2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.