Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung WB30F

Here is a detailed assessment of the Ricoh CX3 and Samsung WB30F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and WB30F (16MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the WB30F and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the CX3 scores versus the WB30F with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX3 and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX3 comes with outer 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) and the Samsung WB30F has dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the CX3 vs the WB30F.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and WB30F is 92 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over specifications. The visual underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX3 and WB30F.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Samsung WB30F to offer extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older CX3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.