Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

In this article, we are contrasting the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was revealed 3 years prior to the Galaxy Camera and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short summary of how the CX4 matches up against the Galaxy Camera when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX4 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX4 provides outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera has dimensions of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the CX4 and the Galaxy Camera.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and Galaxy Camera is 92 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera to provide extra detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The older CX4 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.