Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung TL205

Here, we will be analyzing the Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung TL205, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the TL205 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was manufactured 8 months later than the TL205 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL205 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the CX4 matches up against the TL205 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX4 and Samsung TL205. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Samsung TL205 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you should factor in its weight and size. The Ricoh CX4 comes with outside measurements 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 TL205 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung TL205 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the CX4 vs the TL205.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and TL205 is 92 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the CX4 and TL205.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung TL205 to give greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent CX4 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.