Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX3
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/1.63" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-90mm (F2.0-3.3) lens
- 271g - 110 x 66 x 43mm
- Introduced September 2010
- Successor is Leica D-Lux 6
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2010
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Its time to examine more in depth at the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Ricoh CX3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Leica and Ricoh. The image resolution of the D-LUX 5 (10MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the D-LUX 5 (1/1.63") and CX3 (1/2.3") use different sensor sizes.
Photography GlossaryThe D-LUX 5 was manufactured 4 months later than the CX3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple summary of how the D-LUX 5 scores versus the CX3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica D-LUX 5 and Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are viewable at Leica D-LUX 5 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Leica D-LUX 5 over the Ricoh CX3
| D-LUX 5 | CX3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Leica D-LUX 5
| CX3 | D-LUX 5 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Leica D-LUX 5 and Ricoh CX3
| D-LUX 5 | CX3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | September 2010 |  | June 2010 | Same generation |
| Manual focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 3" | Identical display dimensions |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither offers selfie screen | ||
| Touch display |  | Neither offers Touch display |
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and volume. The Leica D-LUX 5 offers physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Examine the Leica D-LUX 5 versus Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the D-LUX 5 versus the CX3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the D-LUX 5 and CX3 is 88 and 92 respectively.
Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the D-LUX 5 and CX3.
As you can tell, both of the cameras have got the exact same resolution but different sensor sizing. The D-LUX 5 comes with the larger sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF less difficult.
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Leica D-LUX 5 vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
| Leica D-LUX 5 | Ricoh CX3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Leica | Ricoh |
| Model type | Leica D-LUX 5 | Ricoh CX3 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2010-09-21 | 2010-06-16 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/1.63" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 8.07 x 5.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 44.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 10MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Full resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 12800 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| AF touch | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection AF | ||
| Contract detection AF | ||
| Phase detection AF | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 24-90mm (3.8x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/2.0-3.3 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 4.5 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Screen resolution | 460k dot | 920k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch functionality | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic (optional) | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 7.20 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental seal | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 271g (0.60 lbs) | 206g (0.45 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 43mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.7") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | Single | Single |
| Pricing at launch | $799 | $329 |