Leica V-Lux 3 vs Ricoh CX3

Here is a extensive overview of the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Ricoh CX3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Leica and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The V-Lux 3 was announced 18 months later than the CX3 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the V-Lux 3 matches up vs the CX3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Leica V-Lux 3 and Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are provided at Leica V-Lux 3 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Leica V-Lux 3 has physical measurements of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Leica V-Lux 3 vs Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the V-Lux 3 and the CX3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the V-Lux 3 and CX3 is 67 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the V-Lux 3 and CX3.

As you can tell, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Leica V-Lux 3 to show more detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent V-Lux 3 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.