Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ50W
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ50W 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
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-676mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 426g - 116 x 83 x 91mm
- Announced May 2010
- Also referred to as WB5500
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ50W Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung HZ50W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and HZ50W (14MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe CX4 was unveiled 4 months after the HZ50W which means that they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung HZ50W being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the CX4 grades versus the HZ50W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ50W Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX4 & Samsung HZ50W. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Samsung HZ50W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Samsung HZ50W
CX4 | HZ50W | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ50W over the Ricoh CX4
HZ50W | CX4 |
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Common features in the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung HZ50W
CX4 | HZ50W | |||
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Announced | August 2010 | May 2010 | Similar age | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither has Touch screen |
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ50W Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX4 has exterior measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung HZ50W has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung HZ50W in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the CX4 against the HZ50W.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and HZ50W is 92 and 70 respectively.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ50W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and HZ50W.
As you have seen, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung HZ50W to offer greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs a bit more aggressively.
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung HZ50W Specifications
Ricoh CX4 | Samsung HZ50W | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX4 | Samsung HZ50W |
Also Known as | - | WB5500 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-08-19 | 2010-05-03 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 64 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 26-676mm (26.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 16 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | 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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Microphone 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 lb) | 426g (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 116 x 83 x 91mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
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) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $211 | $250 |