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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Portability
92
Imaging
33
Features
35
Overall
33
Ricoh CX3 front
 
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 front
Portability
90
Imaging
40
Features
60
Overall
48

Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs

Ricoh CX3
(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
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 CX3 Galaxy Camera 2 

Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Ricoh CX3

 Galaxy Camera 2 CX3 
ReleasedJanuary 2014June 2010Fresher by 43 months
Screen dimensions4.8"3"Bigger screen (+1.8")
Screen resolution1037k920kCrisper screen (+117k dot)
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

 CX3 Galaxy Camera 2 
Focus manually More accurate focus
Screen typeFixed 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 size comparison

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 top view buttons comparison

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.

Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 sensor size comparison

Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder

Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Ricoh CX3 Portrait photography features
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Portrait photography features
26
manual focus
lack of manual mode
external flash not possible
MP count low (10MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
44
you can focus manually
MP count good (16MP)
offers face detect focus
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Ricoh CX3 Street photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Street photography advice
60
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (206g)
screen is fixed
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
65
image stabilization (Optical)
offers focus by touch
lighter than competitors (283g)
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Ricoh CX3 Sports photography info
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sports photography info
26
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
no shutter priority
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
48
incredible zoom range (23-483mm 21.0 x zoom)
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16 megapixels)
great battery (400 per charge)
max frames per second low (5.0 fps)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Ricoh CX3 Travel photography advice
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Travel photography advice
66
lighter than competition (206g)
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
great zoom (300mm)
MP count low (10MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
73
great battery (400 per charge)
lighter than competitors (283g)
connects via bluetooth
offers focus by touch
MP count good (16 megapixels)
flash built-in
relatively wide (23mm)
great zoom (483mm)
missing Timelapse recording
display isn't selfie friendly
slow max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Ricoh CX3
Landscape photography with Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
42
manual focus
rather wide (28mm)
nice screen size (3 inch)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual mode
MP count low (10 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
52
you can focus manually
relatively wide (23mm)
bigger than average screen (4.8")
image stabilization (Optical)
MP count good (16MP)
great battery (400 CIPA)
cannot switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
missing Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Ricoh CX3 Vlogging highlights
Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Vlogging highlights
30
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
lighter than competition (206 grams)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone socket
37
relatively wide (23mm)
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Optical)
offers face detect focus
high res video (1920 x 1080 pxls)
includes microphone jack
lighter than competitors (283 grams)
slow max aperture (f2.8)
display isn't selfie friendly
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Ricoh CX3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
 Ricoh CX3Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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