Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST93
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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced August 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Introduced April 2011

Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST93 Overview
Lets look a bit more closely at the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung ST93, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and ST93 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The CX4 was brought out 8 months earlier than the ST93 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise summation of how the CX4 grades versus the ST93 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX4 and Samsung ST93. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Samsung ST93
CX4 | ST93 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper screen (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Ricoh CX4
ST93 | CX4 | |||
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Introduced | April 2011 | ![]() | August 2010 | Fresher by 8 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung ST93
CX4 | ST93 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX4 has exterior measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has dimensions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh CX4 and Samsung ST93 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the CX4 against the ST93.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and ST93 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the CX4 and ST93.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung ST93 to resolve extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older CX4 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Ricoh CX4 | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX4 | Samsung ST93 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2010-08-19 | 2011-04-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Maximum resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | () |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 920 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 pounds) | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) |
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 score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | DB-100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch cost | $211 | - |