Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung HZ25W
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Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung HZ25W 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
- Released November 2011
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-624mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 428g - 116 x 83 x 92mm
- Introduced July 2010
- Also referred to as WB5000
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On this page, we are matching up the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung HZ25W, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the CX6 (10MP) and the HZ25W (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe CX6 was released 17 months after the HZ25W making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the CX6 matches up versus the HZ25W in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX6 and Samsung HZ25W. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Samsung HZ25W Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Samsung HZ25W
| CX6 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | November 2011 |  | July 2010 | Newer by 17 months |
| Display resolution | 1230k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung HZ25W over the Ricoh CX6
| HZ25W | CX6 |
|---|
Common features in the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung HZ25W
| CX6 | HZ25W | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial exact focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither offers Touch friendly display |
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung HZ25W Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 offers physical dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung HZ25W has measurements of 116mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the CX6 versus the HZ25W.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and HZ25W is 92 and 70 respectively.
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung HZ25W Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading through specs. The image below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX6 and HZ25W.
All in all, both the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung HZ25W to give greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The younger CX6 will have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung HZ25W Specifications
| Ricoh CX6 | Samsung HZ25W | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
| Model type | Ricoh CX6 | Samsung HZ25W |
| Also called | - | WB5000 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2011-11-15 | 2010-07-06 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | 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 alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 26-624mm (24.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/2.8-5.0 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 10cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 1,230k dots | 230k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Screen tech | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 16 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.00 m | 5.60 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| 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 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 201 grams (0.44 lb) | 428 grams (0.94 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 116 x 83 x 92mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 3.6") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | DB-100 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Double) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SC/SDHC, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $595 | $350 |