Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ30W
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ30W 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
- Revealed August 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-360mm (F3.2-5.8) lens
- 245g - 107 x 61 x 28mm
- Launched January 2010
- Additionally referred to as WB600
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ30W Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ30W, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the HZ30W (12MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe CX4 was announced 8 months after the HZ30W which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the CX4 matches up against the HZ30W with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ30W Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX4 & Samsung HZ30W. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Samsung HZ30W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Samsung HZ30W
CX4 | HZ30W | |||
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Launched | August 2010 | January 2010 | Newer by 8 months | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ30W over the Ricoh CX4
HZ30W | CX4 |
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Common features in the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung HZ30W
CX4 | HZ30W | |||
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Focus manually | More accurate focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ30W Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX4 features outer measurements 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 HZ30W has dimensions of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).
See the Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ30W in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the CX4 versus the HZ30W.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and HZ30W is 92 and 91 respectively.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ30W Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and HZ30W.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung HZ30W to result in greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher CX4 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ30W Specifications
Ricoh CX4 | Samsung HZ30W | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX4 | Samsung HZ30W |
Also called as | - | WB600 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2010-08-19 | 2010-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 24-360mm (15.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.2-5.8 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | 245 gr (0.54 lb) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 107 x 61 x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $211 | $280 |