FujiFilm AV250 vs Ricoh CX3

Let's take a closer look at the FujiFilm AV250 versus Ricoh CX3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the AV250 (16MP) and CX3 (10MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The AV250 was brought out 7 months later than the CX3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the AV250 matches up vs the CX3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for FujiFilm FinePix AV250 and Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are provided at FujiFilm AV250 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The FujiFilm AV250 provides physical dimensions of 93mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 1.1") with a weight of 168 grams (0.37 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).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the AV250 versus the CX3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the AV250 and CX3 is 94 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the AV250 and CX3.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the FujiFilm AV250 to give greater detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The newer AV250 should have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.