Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung ST95

On this page, we are contrasting the Ricoh CX5 versus Samsung ST95, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and ST95 (16MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was revealed 7 months later than the ST95 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST95 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the CX5 grades versus the ST95 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX5 & Samsung ST95. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Samsung ST95 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX5 has got outside measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST95 has proportions of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the CX5 compared to the ST95.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the CX5 and ST95 is 92 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The graphic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and ST95.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Samsung ST95 to provide greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The more recent CX5 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.