Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX
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34 Features
38 Overall
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82 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
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Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed November 2011
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- 1/6000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 495g - 137 x 101 x 26mm
- Launched June 2013
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung Galaxy NX, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and Galaxy NX (20MP) and the CX6 (1/2.3") and Galaxy NX (APS-C) provide different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe CX6 was launched 19 months prior to the Galaxy NX which makes them a generation away from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung Galaxy NX being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the CX6 scores versus the Galaxy NX with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX6 and Samsung Galaxy NX. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy NX Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Samsung Galaxy NX
CX6 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Screen resolution | 1230k | 922k | Clearer screen (+308k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy NX over the Ricoh CX6
Galaxy NX | CX6 | |||
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Launched | June 2013 | November 2011 | More modern by 19 months | |
Screen dimensions | 4.8" | 3" | Bigger screen (+1.8") | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung Galaxy NX
CX6 | Galaxy NX | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX6 enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy NX has dimensions of 137mm x 101mm x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") having a weight of 495 grams (1.09 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung Galaxy NX in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the CX6 and the Galaxy NX.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX6 and Galaxy NX is 92 and 82 respectively.
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specs. The pic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX6 and Galaxy NX.
All in all, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The CX6 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Samsung Galaxy NX will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more aged CX6 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung Galaxy NX Specifications
Ricoh CX6 | Samsung Galaxy NX | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX6 | Samsung Galaxy NX |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2011-11-15 | 2013-06-20 |
Body design | Compact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | DRIMe IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 4.8" |
Resolution of screen | 1,230k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD | HD TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/6000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames/s | 9.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | - | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201g (0.44 pounds) | 495g (1.09 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 137 x 101 x 26mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 1.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 440 photos |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $595 | $1,300 |