Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX3
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 22-896mm (F3.4-5.7) lens
- 485g - 117 x 78 x 93mm
- Announced August 2012
- Previous Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
- Later Model is Olympus SP-820UZ
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2010
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Below is a in depth review of the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Ricoh CX3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Olympus and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and CX3 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe SP-820UZ was introduced 2 years later than the CX3 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple overview of how the SP-820UZ scores against the CX3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Photography Glossary Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ & Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus SP-820UZ over the Ricoh CX3
| SP-820UZ | CX3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | August 2012 |  | June 2010 | More recent by 27 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Olympus SP-820UZ
| CX3 | SP-820UZ | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very accurate focus | ||
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus SP-820UZ and Ricoh CX3
| SP-820UZ | CX3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera often, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Olympus SP-820UZ enjoys outside measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Ricoh CX3 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus SP-820UZ versus Ricoh CX3 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the SP-820UZ versus the CX3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the SP-820UZ and CX3 is 69 and 92 respectively.
Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to see the gap in sensor measurements purely by viewing specs. The visual below will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-820UZ and CX3.
All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Olympus SP-820UZ to provide you with more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern SP-820UZ will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus SP-820UZ vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
| Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Ricoh CX3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Ricoh |
| Model | Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ | Ricoh CX3 |
| Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Announced | 2012-08-21 | 2010-06-16 |
| Body design | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 22-896mm (40.7x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.4-5.7 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
| Screen resolution | 460 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen tech | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shutter speed | 2.0 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 15.00 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps), 320 x 180 (30, 240 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| 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 seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 485g (1.07 lb) | 206g (0.45 lb) |
| Dimensions | 117 x 78 x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery model | - | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec, pet auto shutter) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Launch price | $299 | $329 |