Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung NX30

Following is a extended overview of the Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung NX30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the CX6 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The CX6 was introduced 3 years prior to the NX30 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the CX6 matches up vs the NX30 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX6 & Samsung NX30. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX6 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and size. The Ricoh CX6 provides physical measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung NX30 has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") with a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung NX30 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the CX6 versus the NX30.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX6 and NX30 is 92 and 75 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the CX6 and NX30.

Clearly, both of those cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The CX6 having a tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX30 will offer you extra detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged CX6 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.