Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung CL80
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung CL80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 4800 (Expand to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 31-217mm (F3.3-5.5) lens
- 160g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
- Launched January 2010
- Alternative Name is ST5500
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung CL80 Overview
In this write-up, we are contrasting the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung CL80, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and CL80 (14MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe CX4 was introduced 8 months later than the CL80 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung CL80 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the CX4 grades vs the CL80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung CL80 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX4 and Samsung CL80. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Samsung CL80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Samsung CL80
CX4 | CL80 | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | January 2010 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung CL80 over the Ricoh CX4
CL80 | CX4 | |||
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Display sizing | 3.7" | 3" | Larger display (+0.7") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung CL80
CX4 | CL80 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung CL80 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX4 offers exterior measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung CL80 has dimensions of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung CL80 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the CX4 and the CL80.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the CX4 and CL80 is 92 and 95 respectively.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung CL80 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and CL80.
To sum up, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Samsung CL80 to offer extra detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The fresher CX4 will have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung CL80 Specifications
Ricoh CX4 | Samsung CL80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX4 | Samsung CL80 |
Otherwise known as | - | ST5500 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-08-19 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4334 x 3256 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 4800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 31-217mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-5.5 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3.7" |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/1500s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 pounds) | 160g (0.35 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | DB-100 | SLB-11A |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double, Motion) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail price | $211 | $400 |