Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX11

Here, we will be comparing the Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX11, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and NX11 (15MP) and the CX4 (1/2.3") and NX11 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The CX4 was unveiled 4 months prior to the NX11 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX11 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the CX4 scores vs the NX11 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX4 & Samsung NX11. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Samsung NX11 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX4 comes with exterior measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX11 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the CX4 versus the NX11.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and NX11 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX4 and NX11.

Clearly, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CX4 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX11 will offer more detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.