Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1000
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1000 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
- Introduced June 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Launched April 2012
- Replacement is Samsung NX1100
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1000 Overview
Following is a in depth assessment of the Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the CX3 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizing.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe CX3 was announced 22 months prior to the NX1000 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the CX3 matches up versus the NX1000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1000 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX3 and Samsung NX1000. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Samsung NX1000
CX3 | NX1000 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1000 over the Ricoh CX3
NX1000 | CX3 | |||
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Launched | April 2012 | June 2010 | More modern by 22 months | |
Display resolution | 921k | 920k | Clearer display (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung NX1000
CX3 | NX1000 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display measurement | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Missing Touch display |
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1000 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX3 features external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung NX1000 has measurements of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Check the Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the CX3 against the NX1000.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and NX1000 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by researching technical specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX3 and NX1000.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The CX3 having a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1000 will provide you with more detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1000 Specifications
Ricoh CX3 | Samsung NX1000 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX3 | Samsung NX1000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2012-04-19 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 8.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | - | 1/180s |
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 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 pounds) | 222g (0.49 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 840 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-100 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $329 | $388 |