Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung NX100

Here, we will be analyzing the Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung NX100, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and NX100 (15MP) and the CX6 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The CX6 was brought out 15 months later than the NX100 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the CX6 matches up vs the NX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX6 & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX6 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera often, you should think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX6 has physical dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Samsung NX100 has sizing of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the CX6 compared to the NX100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the CX6 and NX100 is 92 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing specs. The visual underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX6 and NX100.

All in all, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CX6 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX100 will render extra detail having its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The younger CX6 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.