Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung DV300F

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.