Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung ST93

Below is a extensive review of the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung ST93, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and ST93 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was launched 10 months earlier than the ST93 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short view of how the CX3 matches up vs the ST93 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX3 and Samsung ST93. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX3 enjoys outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung ST93 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the CX3 against the ST93.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the CX3 and ST93 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualize the gap between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CX3 and ST93.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Samsung ST93 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older CX3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.