Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST65
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST65 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced January 2011
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST65 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung ST65, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and ST65 (14MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe CX4 was unveiled 5 months before the ST65 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST65 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the CX4 grades vs the ST65 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST65 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX4 & Samsung ST65. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery & Samsung ST65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Samsung ST65
CX4 | ST65 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Ricoh CX4
ST65 | CX4 |
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Common features in the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung ST65
CX4 | ST65 | |||
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Announced | August 2010 | January 2011 | Same age | |
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX4 offers outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST65 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung ST65 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the CX4 versus the ST65.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the CX4 and ST65 is 92 and 99 respectively.
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing a spec sheet. The image underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX4 and ST65.
As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Samsung ST65 to produce extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively.
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications
Ricoh CX4 | Samsung ST65 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh CX4 | Samsung ST65 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-08-19 | 2011-01-19 |
Body design | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | DB-100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | - |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail price | $211 | $130 |