FujiFilm XP10 vs Ricoh CX3

Its time to take a more detailed look at the FujiFilm XP10 versus Ricoh CX3, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the XP10 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is fairly close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The XP10 was introduced 4 months prior to the CX3 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the XP10 grades versus the CX3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for FujiFilm FinePix XP10 & Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are available at FujiFilm XP10 Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The FujiFilm XP10 comes with external measurements of 96mm x 64mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 135 grams (0.30 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the FujiFilm XP10 versus Ricoh CX3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the XP10 vs the CX3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the XP10 and CX3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor sizing simply by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the XP10 and CX3.

As you can see, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can anticipate the FujiFilm XP10 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively.