Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX1100
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX1100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 114 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced April 2013
- Superseded the Samsung NX1000
- Renewed by Samsung NX2000
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX1100 Overview
Following is a detailed assessment of the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung NX1100, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the CX4 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe CX4 was announced 3 years before the NX1100 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the CX4 matches up vs the NX1100 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX1100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX4 & Samsung NX1100. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Samsung NX1100
CX4 | NX1100 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX1100 over the Ricoh CX4
NX1100 | CX4 | |||
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Introduced | April 2013 | August 2010 | More modern by 32 months | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Common features in the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung NX1100
CX4 | NX1100 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither includes Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX1100 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX4 features external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung NX1100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the CX4 versus the NX1100.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and NX1100 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX1100 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CX4 and NX1100.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The CX4 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX1100 will produce extra detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged CX4 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX1100 Specifications
Ricoh CX4 | Samsung NX1100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh CX4 | Samsung NX1100 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-08-19 | 2013-04-11 |
Body design | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 921k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lb) | 222 gr (0.49 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 63 x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.0 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 852 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 320 shots |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-100 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $211 | $600 |