Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung ST93

Below is a extensive assessment of the Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung ST93, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and ST93 (16MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was announced 3 months later than the ST93 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the CX5 grades versus the ST93 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX5 and Samsung ST93. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery and Samsung ST93 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX5 provides outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Samsung ST93 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung ST93 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the CX5 against the ST93.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the CX5 and ST93 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX5 and ST93.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Samsung ST93 to provide more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively.