Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung SH100

Below is a extended review of the Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung SH100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and SH100 (14MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was revealed 6 months prior to the SH100 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung SH100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the CX3 grades versus the SH100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX3 & Samsung SH100. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Samsung SH100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX3 provides outside 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 SH100 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the CX3 and the SH100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and SH100 is 92 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing technical specs. The photograph here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX3 and SH100.

As you have seen, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung SH100 to produce greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively.