Canon N vs Ricoh CX3

Lets look more closely at the Canon N vs Ricoh CX3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the N (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The N was released 2 years after the CX3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the N grades vs the CX3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot N and Ricoh CX3. The complete galleries are available at Canon N Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon N features exterior measurements of 79mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.1" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 195 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon N vs Ricoh CX3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the N versus the CX3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the N and CX3 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading through specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the N and CX3.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Canon N to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more modern N should have an edge in sensor tech.