Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX3

Here is a in depth review of the Nikon A1000 versus Ricoh CX3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the A1000 (16MP) and CX3 (10MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The A1000 was announced 8 years later than the CX3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summary of how the A1000 matches up vs the CX3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix A1000 and Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are available at Nikon A1000 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon A1000 offers physical dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is the front view size comparison of the A1000 vs the CX3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the A1000 and CX3 is 86 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing technical specs. The visual here might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the A1000 and CX3.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Nikon A1000 to produce extra detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent A1000 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.