Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh CX3

Following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh CX3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the S3500 (20MP) and CX3 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S3500 was revealed 2 years after the CX3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summation of how the S3500 matches up versus the CX3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3500 and Ricoh CX3. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S3500 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon S3500 offers outside dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Nikon S3500 vs Ricoh CX3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the S3500 versus the CX3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S3500 and CX3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching specifications. The image underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S3500 and CX3.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S3500 to result in extra detail because of its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher S3500 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.