Fujifilm X10 vs Ricoh CX3

Here, we are comparing the Fujifilm X10 vs Ricoh CX3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers FujiFilm and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Fujifilm X10 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the Fujifilm X10 (2/3") and CX3 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The Fujifilm X10 was introduced 2 years later than the CX3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Fujifilm X10 grades versus the CX3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Fujifilm X10 & Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are provided at Fujifilm X10 Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X10 provides exterior dimensions of 117mm x 70mm x 57mm (4.6" x 2.8" x 2.2") having a weight of 350 grams (0.77 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has proportions 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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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm X10 against the CX3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm X10 and CX3 is 83 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the Fujifilm X10 and CX3.

Clearly, the 2 cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Fujifilm X10 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Fujifilm X10 will produce greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm X10 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.