Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX210
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX210 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
- Introduced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Announced August 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX200
- Refreshed by Samsung NX300
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
Following is a extensive overview of the Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX210, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the CX4 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe CX4 was unveiled 24 months prior to the NX210 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the CX4 grades vs the NX210 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX4 & Samsung NX210. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Samsung NX210
CX4 | NX210 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 614k | Sharper display (+306k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Ricoh CX4
NX210 | CX4 | |||
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Announced | August 2012 | August 2010 | More modern by 24 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung NX210
CX4 | NX210 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display sizing | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | No Touch display |
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh CX4 has got 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 NX210 has specifications of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Contrast the Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX210 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the CX4 compared to the NX210.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and NX210 is 92 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The image here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX4 and NX210.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CX4 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX210 will provide you with more detail having an extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged CX4 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Ricoh CX4 | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh CX4 | Samsung NX210 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-08-19 | 2012-08-14 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor 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 |
Max resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | - | 15 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Available lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 920k dots | 614k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 gr (0.45 lbs) | 222 gr (0.49 lbs) |
Dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-100 | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $211 | $625 |