Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung NX300M

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.