Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX300M

Here, we will be analyzing the Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX300M, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the CX4 (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) provide different sensor dimensions.

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The CX4 was manufactured 3 years before the NX300M and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the CX4 matches up vs the NX300M in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX4 & Samsung NX300M. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX4 has got physical dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung NX300M has proportions of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX300M in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the CX4 vs the NX300M.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and NX300M is 92 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The visual underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX4 and NX300M.

All in all, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The CX4 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX300M will provide you with greater detail due to its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The older CX4 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.