Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX mini

Below, we will be looking at the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung NX mini, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and NX mini (20.5MP) and the CX4 (1/2.3") and NX mini (1") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The CX4 was manufactured 4 years before the NX mini and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX mini being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the CX4 scores versus the NX mini with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX4 and Samsung NX mini. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Samsung NX mini Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX4 enjoys exterior dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung NX mini has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 196 grams (0.43 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung NX mini in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the CX4 and the NX mini.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the CX4 and NX mini is 92 and 93 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading a spec sheet. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX4 and NX mini.

Clearly, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The CX4 due to its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX mini will offer you extra detail due to its extra 10.5MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The older CX4 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.