Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung HZ15W
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Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung HZ15W 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
- Introduced November 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.3-5.8) lens
- 249g - 105 x 61 x 37mm
- Introduced February 2009
- Also referred to as WB550
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung HZ15W, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The resolution of the CX6 (10MP) and the HZ15W (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe CX6 was revealed 2 years after the HZ15W which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the CX6 matches up against the HZ15W for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX6 & Samsung HZ15W. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX6 Gallery & Samsung HZ15W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Samsung HZ15W
| CX6 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | November 2011 |  | February 2009 | Newer by 34 months |
| Screen resolution | 1230k |  | 460k | Sharper screen (+770k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ15W over the Ricoh CX6
| HZ15W | CX6 |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung HZ15W
| CX6 | HZ15W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focus | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Absent Touch screen |
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung HZ15W Physical Comparison
If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh CX6 has got physical dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung HZ15W has specifications of 105mm x 61mm x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") and a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the CX6 versus the HZ15W.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX6 and HZ15W is 92 and 90 respectively.
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung HZ15W Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by going through technical specs. The picture underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX6 and HZ15W.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Samsung HZ15W to show extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The younger CX6 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung HZ15W Specifications
| Ricoh CX6 | Samsung HZ15W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model | Ricoh CX6 | Samsung HZ15W |
| Also referred to as | - | WB550 |
| Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2011-11-15 | 2009-02-23 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.3-5.8 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 1,230 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen tech | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.70 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, Auto & Red-eye reduction, Fill-in flash, Slow sync, Flash off, Red eye fix |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone input | ||
| Headphone input | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 201 gr (0.44 lbs) | 249 gr (0.55 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 105 x 61 x 37mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.5") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around 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 model | DB-100 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC/MMC/MMCplus, internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Launch pricing | $595 | $330 |