Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G

The following is a detailed assessment of the Ricoh CX5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 4G (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was revealed 13 months earlier than the Galaxy Camera 4G making the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the CX5 grades versus the Galaxy Camera 4G with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX5 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX5 enjoys physical measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the CX5 compared to the Galaxy Camera 4G.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and Galaxy Camera 4G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX5 and Galaxy Camera 4G.

As you can tell, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 4G to offer more detail because of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged CX5 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.