Ricoh CX4 vs Samsung TL240

Here, we are matching up the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung TL240, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and TL240 (14MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was revealed 8 months later than the TL240 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Samsung TL240 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the CX4 grades vs the TL240 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX4 and Samsung TL240. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Samsung TL240 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX4 has outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung TL240 has sizing of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 160 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Ricoh CX4 versus Samsung TL240 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the CX4 and the TL240.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and TL240 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX4 and TL240.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung TL240 to give extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images way more aggressively. The younger CX4 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.