Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120
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![Ricoh CX5 front Ricoh CX5 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-CX5/Ricoh-CX5-front.jpg)
![Samsung PL120 front Samsung PL120 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Samsung-PL120/Samsung-PL120-front.jpg)
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37 Features
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Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 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
- Announced July 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Launched January 2011
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Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 Overview
Here, we are contrasting the Ricoh CX5 versus Samsung PL120, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and PL120 (14MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The CX5 was unveiled 7 months after the PL120 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the CX5 grades against the PL120 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX5 & Samsung PL120. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Samsung PL120
CX5 | PL120 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | Newer by 7 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Ricoh CX5
PL120 | CX5 |
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Common features in the Ricoh CX5 and Samsung PL120
CX5 | PL120 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Ricoh CX5 versus Samsung PL120 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the CX5 versus the PL120.
![Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-CX5-vs-Samsung-PL120-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the CX5 and PL120 is 92 and 99 respectively.
![Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-CX5-vs-Samsung-PL120-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX5 and PL120.
As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung PL120 to give you greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher CX5 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
![Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Ricoh-CX5-vs-Samsung-PL120-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and ViewFinder
![Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Ricoh-CX5-vs-Samsung-PL120-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Ricoh CX5 | Samsung PL120 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh CX5 | Samsung PL120 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2011-07-19 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 205 grams (0.45 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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 ID | DB-100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | - |
Retail price | $399 | $150 |