Kodak M580 vs Ricoh CX3

Here is a detailed analysis of the Kodak M580 vs Ricoh CX3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Kodak and Ricoh. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the M580 (14MP) and CX3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The M580 was manufactured 10 months prior to the CX3 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the M580 matches up against the CX3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M580 and Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are provided at Kodak M580 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Kodak M580 enjoys exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 56mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 2.2") along with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 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).

Take a look at the Kodak M580 vs Ricoh CX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the M580 compared to the CX3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the M580 and CX3 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The visual here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the M580 and CX3.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should count on the Kodak M580 to give you more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The older M580 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.