Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST150F

In this article, we are comparing the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung ST150F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and ST150F (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was revealed 3 years prior to the ST150F which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the CX4 grades against the ST150F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX4 and Samsung ST150F. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Samsung ST150F Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX4 comes with external dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung ST150F has dimensions of 94mm x 58mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 114 grams (0.25 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the CX4 versus the ST150F.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and ST150F is 92 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the CX4 and ST150F.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung ST150F to show greater detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged CX4 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.