Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 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
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Released January 2014
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Here is a extensive overview of the Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe CX3 was introduced 4 years before the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the CX3 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX3 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
CX3 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Ricoh CX3
Galaxy Camera 2 | CX3 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | June 2010 | Fresher by 43 months | |
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Screen resolution | 1037k | 920k | Crisper screen (+117k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
CX3 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX3 features outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has measurements of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the CX3 and the Galaxy Camera 2.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The photograph below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX3 and Galaxy Camera 2.
All in all, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to result in extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The older CX3 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Ricoh CX3 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX3 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 920 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 3.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 lbs) | 283g (0.62 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 life | - | 400 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-100 | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $329 | $400 |