Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G 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 Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-481mm (F) lens
- 305g - 129 x 71 x 19mm
- Introduced August 2012
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Overview
Following is a in-depth assessment of the Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe CX3 was manufactured 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 4G which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the CX3 scores vs the Galaxy Camera 4G in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX3 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
CX3 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 0k | Sharper display (+920k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G over the Ricoh CX3
Galaxy Camera 4G | CX3 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | June 2010 | More modern by 26 months | |
Display dimension | 4.8" | 3" | Larger display (+1.8") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G
CX3 | Galaxy Camera 4G | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh CX3 comes with exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the CX3 versus the Galaxy Camera 4G.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 92 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to see the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The pic below should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the CX3 and Galaxy Camera 4G.
Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to result in extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Specifications
Ricoh CX3 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX3 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-06-16 | 2012-08-29 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | 1.4GHz Quad-Core |
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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | - |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 23-481mm (20.9x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 0k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | - | 308 ppi, HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | - |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) | 305 gr (0.67 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 129 x 71 x 19mm (5.1" 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 model | DB-100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | micro SD/micro SDHC/micro SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $329 | $550 |