Casio EX-ZS10 vs Ricoh CX3

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Casio EX-ZS10 versus Ricoh CX3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Casio and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the EX-ZS10 (14MP) and CX3 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The EX-ZS10 was introduced 7 months after the CX3 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-ZS10 being a Ultracompact camera and the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-ZS10 grades vs the CX3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-ZS10 and Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are provided at Casio EX-ZS10 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Casio EX-ZS10 provides exterior measurements of 103mm x 59mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

See the Casio EX-ZS10 versus Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-ZS10 versus the CX3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-ZS10 and CX3 is 99 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading specifications. The picture below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-ZS10 and CX3.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Casio EX-ZS10 to deliver more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs far more aggressively. The fresher EX-ZS10 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.