Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung DV300F
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Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung DV300F 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
- Introduced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.5-6.3) lens
- 133g - 95 x 57 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2012
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung DV300F Overview
On this page, we are comparing the Ricoh CX5 and Samsung DV300F, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and DV300F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe CX5 was unveiled 5 months prior to the DV300F and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the CX5 scores vs the DV300F with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung DV300F Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX5 and Samsung DV300F. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Samsung DV300F Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Samsung DV300F
CX5 | DV300F | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung DV300F over the Ricoh CX5
DV300F | CX5 |
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Common features in the Ricoh CX5 and Samsung DV300F
CX5 | DV300F | |||
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Revealed | July 2011 | January 2012 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither has Touch display |
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung DV300F Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX5 has 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) and the Samsung DV300F has dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh CX5 and Samsung DV300F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is a front view size comparison of the CX5 versus the DV300F.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the CX5 and DV300F is 92 and 96 respectively.
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung DV300F Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and DV300F.
To sum up, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Samsung DV300F to render greater detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively.
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung DV300F Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung DV300F Specifications
Ricoh CX5 | Samsung DV300F | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh CX5 | Samsung DV300F |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2011-07-19 | 2012-01-02 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.5-6.3 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 16s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 pounds) | 133 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 95 x 57 x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | BP88 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | MicroSD, MicroSDHC, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Cost at release | $399 | $200 |