Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung DV150F
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung DV150F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released June 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 116g - 96 x 55 x 18mm
- Announced January 2013
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In this article, we will be reviewing the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung DV150F, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the image resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and DV150F (16MP) but they come with the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe CX3 was manufactured 3 years before the DV150F which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go through a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the CX3 matches up versus the DV150F in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Samsung DV150F
| CX3 | DV150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial accurate focusing | ||
| Screen sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Clearer screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV150F over the Ricoh CX3
| DV150F | CX3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | January 2013 |  | June 2010 | Newer by 31 months |
| Touch friendly screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung DV150F
| CX3 | DV150F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Missing selfie screen |
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung DV150F Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX3 enjoys outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung DV150F has proportions of 96mm x 55mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the CX3 vs the DV150F.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and DV150F is 92 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung DV150F Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the CX3 and DV150F.
As you can see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Samsung DV150F to provide extra detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung DV150F Specifications
| Ricoh CX3 | Samsung DV150F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh CX3 | Samsung DV150F |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Released | 2010-06-16 | 2013-01-07 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 16MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
| Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect autofocus | ||
| Contract detect autofocus | ||
| Phase detect autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of display | 920k dots | 460k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Display technology | - | Rear TFT LCD + 1.5 inch front LCd |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 206 grams (0.45 pounds) | 116 grams (0.26 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 96 x 55 x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | DB-100 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail price | $329 | $150 |