Canon A2300 vs Ricoh CX3

On this page, we will be analyzing the Canon A2300 vs Ricoh CX3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Canon and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the A2300 (16MP) and CX3 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The A2300 was announced 21 months later than the CX3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the A2300 grades versus the CX3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot A2300 and Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon A2300 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and volume. The Canon A2300 comes with exterior dimensions of 95mm x 54mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Canon A2300 vs Ricoh CX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at the time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the A2300 and the CX3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the A2300 and CX3 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A2300 and CX3.

Clearly, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Canon A2300 to resolve extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent A2300 will have a benefit in sensor innovation.