Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ10W

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung HZ10W, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the HZ10W (10MP) is relatively well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was revealed 16 months after the HZ10W which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the CX4 matches up vs the HZ10W with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX4 & Samsung HZ10W. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Samsung HZ10W Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX4 enjoys external dimensions 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 HZ10W has proportions of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") having a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung HZ10W in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the CX4 vs the HZ10W.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the CX4 and HZ10W is 92 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at a spec sheet. The image below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX4 and HZ10W.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact megapixels so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you might want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more recent CX4 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.