Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX3
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92 Imaging
33 Features
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Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.7" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.0-5.9) lens
- 181g - 100 x 59 x 26mm
- Released February 2014
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010

Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
Below, we will be comparing the Canon S200 and Ricoh CX3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Canon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S200 (10MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is relatively well matched but the S200 (1/1.7") and CX3 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor measurements.

The S200 was introduced 3 years after the CX3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the S200 grades vs the CX3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon PowerShot S200 and Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S200 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon S200 over the Ricoh CX3
S200 | CX3 | |||
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Announced | February 2014 | ![]() | June 2010 | Newer by 45 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Canon S200
CX3 | S200 | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 461k | Clearer screen (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Canon S200 and Ricoh CX3
S200 | CX3 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and size. The Canon S200 comes with external measurements of 100mm x 59mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 181 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Canon S200 and Ricoh CX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the S200 versus the CX3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S200 and CX3 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S200 and CX3.
As you have seen, each of these cameras posses the exact same megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The S200 has the bigger sensor which should make getting bokeh easier. The newer S200 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.

Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon S200 vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
Canon PowerShot S200 | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Canon | Ricoh |
Model type | Canon PowerShot S200 | Ricoh CX3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2014-02-21 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Digic 5 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/1.7" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 7.44 x 5.58mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 41.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 4.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 461k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 15s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Second Curtain | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 181 gr (0.40 lb) | 206 gr (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 100 x 59 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.0") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 shots | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | NB-6LH | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, custom) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $293 | $329 |