Olympus SH-3 vs Ricoh CX2

Here is a extensive review of the Olympus SH-3 vs Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the SH-3 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SH-3 was brought out 6 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the SH-3 matches up against the CX2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SH-3 and Ricoh CX2. The entire galleries are provided at Olympus SH-3 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SH-3 has got physical dimensions of 109mm x 63mm x 42mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 271 grams (0.60 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the SH-3 and the CX2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the SH-3 and CX2 is 88 and 93 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the SH-3 and CX2.

As you have seen, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Olympus SH-3 to render greater detail having its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher SH-3 should have an edge in sensor innovation.