Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST30

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung ST30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. The image resolution of the CX6 (10MP) and the ST30 (10MP) is pretty well matched but the CX6 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The CX6 was brought out 10 months after the ST30 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short introduction of how the CX6 grades vs the ST30 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX6 & Samsung ST30. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX6 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX6 features exterior dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST30 has dimensions of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the CX6 against the ST30.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and ST30 is 92 and 98 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specifications. The pic underneath will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX6 and ST30.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact MP albeit different sensor sizes. The CX6 provides the bigger sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field simpler. The newer CX6 should have an edge in sensor technology.