Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung GX-20

Here is a detailed assessment of the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung GX-20, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and GX-20 (15MP) and the CX4 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizes.

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The CX4 was unveiled 2 years later than the GX-20 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the CX4 grades against the GX-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX4 and Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX4 offers physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-20 has measurements of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung GX-20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the CX4 compared to the GX-20.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and GX-20 is 92 and 58 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing specs. The photograph here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and GX-20.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CX4 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Samsung GX-20 will provide you with extra detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The fresher CX4 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.