Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX300M
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Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX300M 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
- Revealed July 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.3" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 331g - 122 x 64 x 41mm
- Introduced January 2013
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX300M Overview
Following is a thorough comparison of the Ricoh CX5 versus Samsung NX300M, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the CX5 (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe CX5 was unveiled 17 months before the NX300M making them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short introduction of how the CX5 matches up vs the NX300M in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX300M Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX5 & Samsung NX300M. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Samsung NX300M
CX5 | NX300M | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 768k | Sharper display (+152k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung NX300M over the Ricoh CX5
NX300M | CX5 | |||
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Introduced | January 2013 | July 2011 | More modern by 17 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh CX5 and Samsung NX300M
CX5 | NX300M | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX300M Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX5 comes with outer measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Samsung NX300M has sizing of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") and a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).
See the Ricoh CX5 versus Samsung NX300M in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the CX5 vs the NX300M.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and NX300M is 92 and 86 respectively.
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX300M Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching specs. The picture below may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and NX300M.
All in all, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CX5 using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX300M will provide you with extra detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CX5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX300M Screen and ViewFinder
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Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX300M Specifications
Ricoh CX5 | Samsung NX300M | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh CX5 | Samsung NX300M |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2011-07-19 | 2013-01-03 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 20MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | - | 247 |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Total lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3" | 3.3" |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 768k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/6000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205g (0.45 pounds) | 331g (0.73 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 122 x 64 x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") |
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 life | - | 330 photos |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-100 | BP1130 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $399 | $699 |