Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung ST100

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung ST100, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and ST100 (14MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was introduced 19 months later than the ST100 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the CX5 matches up vs the ST100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX5 and Samsung ST100. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX5 features external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung ST100 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the CX5 versus the ST100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the CX5 and ST100 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX5 and ST100.

Plainly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Samsung ST100 to provide greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The younger CX5 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.