Fujifilm A100 vs Ricoh CX3

Let's look more closely at the Fujifilm A100 versus Ricoh CX3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands FujiFilm and Ricoh. The resolution of the Fujifilm A100 (10MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The Fujifilm A100 was brought out 16 months prior to the CX3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Fujifilm A100 grades versus the CX3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm FinePix A100 & Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are provided at Fujifilm A100 Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm A100 features outer measurements of 92mm x 61mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs) while 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).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Fujifilm A100 vs the CX3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm A100 and CX3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by checking specifications. The pic below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm A100 and CX3.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should really take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged Fujifilm A100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.