Canon S120 vs Ricoh CX3

Below, we will be looking at the Canon S120 vs Ricoh CX3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S120 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is relatively close but the S120 (1/1.7") and CX3 (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The S120 was announced 3 years after the CX3 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S120 scores against the CX3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S120 & Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S120 Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Canon S120 has outer dimensions of 100mm x 59mm x 29mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 217 grams (0.48 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the S120 against the CX3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S120 and CX3 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The picture here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the S120 and CX3.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S120 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon S120 will render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more modern S120 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.