Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung NX5

Here is a thorough analysis of the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung NX5, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and NX5 (15MP) and the CX4 (1/2.3") and NX5 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor size.

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The CX4 was revealed 3 months later than the NX5 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple view of how the CX4 matches up versus the NX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX4 & Samsung NX5. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Samsung NX5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX4 offers outside dimensions 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 NX5 has proportions of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung NX5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the CX4 vs the NX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and NX5 is 92 and 80 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the CX4 and NX5.

As you can see, each of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CX4 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more challenging and the Samsung NX5 will offer greater detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics much more aggressively.