Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1100
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90 Imaging
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1100 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
- Introduced June 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Succeeded the Samsung NX1000
- Later Model is Samsung NX2000
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1100 Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the CX3 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe CX3 was released 3 years before the NX1100 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the CX3 scores vs the NX1100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX3 & Samsung NX1100. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Samsung NX1100
CX3 | NX1100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Ricoh CX3
NX1100 | CX3 | |||
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Introduced | April 2013 | June 2010 | More modern by 34 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung NX1100
CX3 | NX1100 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX3 features physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has dimensions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1100 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the CX3 and the NX1100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the CX3 and NX1100 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by checking out a spec sheet. The pic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the CX3 and NX1100.
Clearly, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The CX3 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX1100 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
Ricoh CX3 | Samsung NX1100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX3 | Samsung NX1100 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2013-04-11 |
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 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
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) |
Max 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) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206 gr (0.45 lbs) | 222 gr (0.49 lbs) |
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 Overall score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 852 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-100 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at release | $329 | $600 |