Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung DV300F
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung DV300F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2012
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Here, we will be evaluating the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung DV300F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the CX3 grades versus the DV300F when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Samsung DV300F
| CX3 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Ricoh CX3
| DV300F | CX3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2012 |  | June 2010 | More modern by 18 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung DV300F
| CX3 | DV300F | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Lack of selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Lack of Touch screen |
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX3 has outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung DV300F has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung DV300F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the CX3 and the DV300F.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and DV300F is 92 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The image here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the CX3 and DV300F.
To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Samsung DV300F to result in greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
| Ricoh CX3 | Samsung DV300F | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh CX3 | Samsung DV300F |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Launched | 2010-06-16 | 2012-01-02 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.5-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen technology | - | TFT LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.10 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| 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) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video 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 | Optional |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 206g (0.45 pounds) | 133g (0.29 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall 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 | BP88 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at release | $329 | $200 |