Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung WB50F

Here, we are matching up the Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung WB50F, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the CX5 (10MP) and WB50F (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX5 was announced 3 years earlier than the WB50F and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the CX5 scores against the WB50F with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX5 & Samsung WB50F. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX5 Gallery & Samsung WB50F Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX5 has exterior measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB50F has dimensions of 101mm x 68mm x 27mm (4.0" x 2.7" x 1.1") and a weight of 207 grams (0.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX5 vs Samsung WB50F in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the CX5 compared to the WB50F.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the CX5 and WB50F is 92 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX5 and WB50F.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung WB50F to offer you more detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older CX5 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.