Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST93
92 Imaging
34 Features
38 Overall
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97 Imaging
38 Features
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Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST93 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Announced April 2011

Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST93 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST93, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Ultracompact by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX6 (10MP) and ST93 (16MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The CX6 was launched 7 months later than the ST93 and they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST93 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the CX6 matches up vs the ST93 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST93 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX6 & Samsung ST93. The complete galleries are available at Ricoh CX6 Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Samsung ST93
CX6 | ST93 | |||
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Announced | November 2011 | ![]() | April 2011 | Fresher by 7 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+770k dot) |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Ricoh CX6
ST93 | CX6 |
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Common features in the Ricoh CX6 and Samsung ST93
CX6 | ST93 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Missing Touch friendly display |
Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX6 enjoys physical 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 ST93 has measurements of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Examine the Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST93 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the CX6 against the ST93.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the CX6 and ST93 is 92 and 97 respectively.

Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the CX6 and ST93.
As you can see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Samsung ST93 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The younger CX6 should have an advantage in sensor tech.

Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST93 Screen and ViewFinder


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Ricoh CX6 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
Ricoh CX6 | Samsung ST93 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Ricoh | Samsung |
Model | Ricoh CX6 | Samsung ST93 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2011-11-15 | 2011-04-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | 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 | 10 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | - |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
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 | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 201 grams (0.44 pounds) | 110 grams (0.24 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery model | DB-100 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $595 | - |