Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ15W
92 Imaging
33 Features
34 Overall
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90 Imaging
34 Features
31 Overall
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ15W Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Also Known as WB550
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On this page, we will be analyzing the Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ15W, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe CX4 was revealed 19 months later than the HZ15W which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the CX4 grades vs the HZ15W with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ15W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX4 & Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Samsung HZ15W
| CX4 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2010 |  | February 2009 | More recent by 19 months |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Ricoh CX4
| HZ15W | CX4 |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung HZ15W
| CX4 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial exact focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX4 provides outside dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung HZ15W has measurements of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ15W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the CX4 and the HZ15W.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the CX4 and HZ15W is 92 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX4 and HZ15W.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can count on the Samsung HZ15W to result in more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The fresher CX4 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
| Ricoh CX4 | Samsung HZ15W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model | Ricoh CX4 | Samsung HZ15W |
| Other name | - | WB550 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2010-08-19 | 2009-02-23 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 460k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Min shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
| Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.70 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 205g (0.45 lbs) | 249g (0.55 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
| 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 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $211 | $330 |