Fujifilm X30 vs Ricoh CX3

Following is a thorough analysis of the Fujifilm X30 and Ricoh CX3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors FujiFilm and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm X30 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is very comparable but the Fujifilm X30 (2/3") and CX3 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The Fujifilm X30 was brought out 4 years after the CX3 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Fujifilm X30 scores versus the CX3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Fujifilm X30 and Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are available at Fujifilm X30 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Fujifilm X30 has got external measurements of 119mm x 72mm x 60mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 2.4") with a weight of 423 grams (0.93 lbs) while the Ricoh CX3 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Fujifilm X30 and Ricoh CX3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm X30 compared to the CX3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm X30 and CX3 is 80 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm X30 and CX3.

To sum up, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Fujifilm X30 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Fujifilm X30 will show more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger Fujifilm X30 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.