Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX30
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Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 375g - 127 x 96 x 58mm
- Announced January 2014
- Previous Model is Samsung NX20
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX30 Overview
Here, we will be evaluating the Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX30, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the CX5 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizes.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe CX5 was released 3 years earlier than the NX30 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a brief overview of how the CX5 grades versus the NX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX5 and Samsung NX30. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Samsung NX30
CX5 | NX30 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX30 over the Ricoh CX5
NX30 | CX5 | |||
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Announced | January 2014 | July 2011 | Newer by 29 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1036k | 920k | Sharper screen (+116k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh CX5 and Samsung NX30
CX5 | NX30 | |||
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Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX30 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX5 features exterior 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 NX30 has sizing of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") and a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).
Look at the Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the CX5 compared to the NX30.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX5 and NX30 is 92 and 75 respectively.
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX30 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specifications. The image here might provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and NX30.
Plainly, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The CX5 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX30 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CX5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX30 Specifications
Ricoh CX5 | Samsung NX30 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX5 | Samsung NX30 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Advanced Mirrorless |
Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2014-01-03 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | DRIMeIV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 247 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 32 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 920k dot | 1,036k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | - | AMOLED |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.66x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60p), 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lbs) | 375 grams (0.83 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 127 x 96 x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 77 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 23.5 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1014 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 360 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-100 | BP1410 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 - 30 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $399 | $699 |