Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung PL120
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Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung PL120 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
- Revealed November 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung PL120 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung PL120, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and PL120 (14MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe CX6 was revealed 11 months later than the PL120 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the CX6 scores against the PL120 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung PL120 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX6 and Samsung PL120. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX6 Gallery and Samsung PL120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Samsung PL120
CX6 | PL120 | |||
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Revealed | November 2011 | January 2011 | More recent by 11 months | |
Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 1230k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1000k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL120 over the Ricoh CX6
PL120 | CX6 |
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Common features in the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung PL120
CX6 | PL120 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Absent Touch screen |
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung PL120 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 features external measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Compare the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung PL120 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the CX6 against the PL120.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the CX6 and PL120 is 92 and 99 respectively.
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung PL120 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements purely by seeing specifications. The visual here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the CX6 and PL120.
To sum up, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung PL120 to show more detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher CX6 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung PL120 Specifications
Ricoh CX6 | Samsung PL120 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model type | Ricoh CX6 | Samsung PL120 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-11-15 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | - |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 8 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 201 grams (0.44 lb) | - |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
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) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | - |
Launch pricing | $595 | $150 |