Canon G9 X vs Ricoh CX3

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Canon G9 X versus Ricoh CX3, former is a Large Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Ricoh. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the G9 X (20MP) and CX3 (10MP) and the G9 X (1") and CX3 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 X was brought out 5 years after the CX3 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the G9 X scores against the CX3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon PowerShot G9 X & Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon G9 X Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon G9 X enjoys outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 31mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.2") along with a weight of 209 grams (0.46 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G9 X against the CX3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 X and CX3 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 X and CX3.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G9 X featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon G9 X will offer greater detail having its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The younger G9 X is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.