Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST30

Following is a complete comparison of the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung ST30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is fairly similar but the CX4 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The CX4 was launched 5 months before the ST30 and they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the CX4 matches up against the ST30 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX4 and Samsung ST30. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Samsung ST30 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX4 features exterior 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 ST30 has dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung ST30 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the CX4 compared to the ST30.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX4 and ST30 is 92 and 98 respectively.

More often than not, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by going over technical specs. The pic underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX4 and ST30.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same megapixels but different sensor sizes. The CX4 has got the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower DOF simpler.