Nikon W300 vs Ricoh CX3

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon W300 and Ricoh CX3, one is a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the W300 (16MP) and CX3 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The W300 was brought out 7 years after the CX3 which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the W300 scores against the CX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix W300 and Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon W300 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon W300 features physical dimensions of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") along with a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has proportions 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 Nikon W300 and Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the W300 versus the CX3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the W300 and CX3 is 91 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by reviewing specifications. The pic here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the W300 and CX3.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should count on the Nikon W300 to offer greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger W300 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.