Olympus Tough-3000 vs Ricoh CX4
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 64 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-102mm (F3.5-5.1) lens
- 159g - 96 x 65 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is mju Tough 3000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2010
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Below, we will be looking at the Olympus Tough-3000 vs Ricoh CX4, one being a Waterproof and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Olympus and Ricoh. The resolution of the Tough-3000 (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is relatively close and they use the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Tough-3000 was introduced 7 months before the CX4 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the Tough-3000 scores against the CX4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 and Ricoh CX4. The whole galleries are available at Olympus Tough-3000 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus Tough-3000 over the Ricoh CX4
| Tough-3000 | CX4 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Olympus Tough-3000
| CX4 | Tough-3000 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | August 2010 |  | January 2010 | Fresher by 7 months |
| Focus manually |  | More precise focus | ||
| Screen dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
| Screen resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Clearer screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus Tough-3000 and Ricoh CX4
| Tough-3000 | CX4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither contains Touch screen |
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Olympus Tough-3000 has got physical dimensions of 96mm x 65mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the Tough-3000 vs the CX4.
Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Tough-3000 and CX4 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Olympus Tough-3000 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Tough-3000 and CX4.
Plainly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Olympus Tough-3000 to result in greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older Tough-3000 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Olympus Tough-3000 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
| Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | Ricoh CX4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Olympus | Ricoh |
| Model | Olympus Stylus Tough-3000 | Ricoh CX4 |
| Otherwise known as | mju Tough 3000 | - |
| Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Introduced | 2010-01-07 | 2010-08-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | TruePic III | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Max resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Max native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detect focus | ||
| Contract detect focus | ||
| Phase detect focus | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 28-102mm (3.6x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.1 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 2cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 1.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.00 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 159g (0.35 lb) | 205g (0.45 lb) |
| Dimensions | 96 x 65 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.6" x 0.9") | 102 x 59 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 seconds) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Retail pricing | $0 | $211 |