Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung ST150F

Below, we are looking at the Ricoh CX3 versus Samsung ST150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and ST150F (16MP) but they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was brought out 3 years before the ST150F which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the CX3 grades versus the ST150F in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX3 and Samsung ST150F. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX3 has got outside 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 ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh CX3 versus Samsung ST150F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the CX3 vs the ST150F.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the CX3 and ST150F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX3 and ST150F.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST150F to provide greater detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.