Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung WB700
93 Imaging
32 Features
35 Overall
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98 Imaging
37 Features
21 Overall
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Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung WB700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Revealed December 2010
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung WB700 Overview
Below is a in depth analysis of the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung WB700, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and WB700 (14MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe CX2 was launched 16 months prior to the WB700 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the CX2 scores against the WB700 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung WB700 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 and Samsung WB700. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Samsung WB700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Samsung WB700
CX2 | WB700 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 614k | Crisper display (+306k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Ricoh CX2
WB700 | CX2 | |||
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Revealed | December 2010 | August 2009 | More recent by 16 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX2 and Samsung WB700
CX2 | WB700 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh CX2 enjoys outer measurements 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 WB700 has specifications of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh CX2 versus Samsung WB700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the CX2 against the WB700.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX2 and WB700 is 93 and 98 respectively.
Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The photograph here might give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CX2 and WB700.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung WB700 to offer greater detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The older CX2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX2 vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
Ricoh CX2 | Samsung WB700 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX2 | Samsung WB700 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2009-08-20 | 2010-12-28 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Max resolution | 3456 x 2592 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1600 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.00 m (ISO 400) | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 185 grams (0.41 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | DB-70 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $341 | $300 |