Leica V-Lux 3 vs Ricoh CX4
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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 540g - 124 x 81 x 95mm
- Released December 2011
- Earlier Model is Leica V-Lux 2
- Later Model is Leica V-Lux 4
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed August 2010
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On this page, we are evaluating the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Leica and Ricoh. The resolution of the V-Lux 3 (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is very comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe V-Lux 3 was launched 16 months after the CX4 making them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Leica V-Lux 3 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the V-Lux 3 scores vs the CX4 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Reasons to pick Leica V-Lux 3 over the Ricoh CX4
| V-Lux 3 | CX4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | December 2011 |  | August 2010 | Newer by 16 months |
| Display type | Fully Articulated |  | Fixed | Fully Articulating display |
| Selfie screen |  | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Leica V-Lux 3
| CX4 | V-Lux 3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 461k | Clearer display (+459k dot) |
Common features in the Leica V-Lux 3 and Ricoh CX4
| V-Lux 3 | CX4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very precise focusing | ||
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 3" | Equal display measurement |
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Leica V-Lux 3 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Leica V-Lux 3 features outside dimensions of 124mm x 81mm x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") along with a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
See the Leica V-Lux 3 versus Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the V-Lux 3 versus the CX4.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the V-Lux 3 and CX4 is 67 and 92 respectively.
Leica V-Lux 3 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through specs. The picture below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the V-Lux 3 and CX4.
All in all, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Leica V-Lux 3 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer V-Lux 3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Leica V-Lux 3 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
| Leica V-Lux 3 | Ricoh CX4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Leica | Ricoh |
| Model type | Leica V-Lux 3 | Ricoh CX4 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Released | 2011-12-08 | 2010-08-19 |
| Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Total focus points | 23 | - |
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 25-600mm (24.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Largest aperture | f/2.8-5.2 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 461 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 8 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 12.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 9.50 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 540 gr (1.19 pounds) | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 124 x 81 x 95mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.7") | 102 x 59 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 life | 410 shots | - |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | BP-DC 9 | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Pricing at launch | $949 | $211 |