Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung NX3000

In this article, we will be reviewing the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung NX3000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the CX6 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The CX6 was announced 3 years earlier than the NX3000 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the CX6 matches up vs the NX3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX6 and Samsung NX3000. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 enjoys external 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) whilst the Samsung NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung NX3000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the CX6 against the NX3000.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and NX3000 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The picture here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the CX6 and NX3000.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CX6 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Samsung NX3000 will produce greater detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged CX6 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.