Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST700

In this article, we will be looking at the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung ST700, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and ST700 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX6 was unveiled 11 months after the ST700 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST700 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the CX6 scores vs the ST700 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX6 & Samsung ST700. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX6 Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 comes with outside dimensions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Samsung ST700 has measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh CX6 versus Samsung ST700 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the CX6 versus the ST700.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and ST700 is 92 and 99 respectively.

More often than not, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by going through specs. The pic underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX6 and ST700.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Samsung ST700 to provide more detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern CX6 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.