Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh CX3
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92 Imaging
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh CX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F2.0-4.9) lens
- 230g - 111 x 67 x 29mm
- Released June 2013
(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
- Introduced June 2010
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
Lets look a little more closely at the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh CX3, former being a Waterproof while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Olympus and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TG-2 iHS (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is fairly similar and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe TG-2 iHS was announced 3 years later than the CX3 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the TG-2 iHS grades versus the CX3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS & Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are available at Olympus TG-2 iHS Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus TG-2 iHS over the Ricoh CX3
TG-2 iHS | CX3 | |||
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Introduced | June 2013 | June 2010 | More recent by 37 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Olympus TG-2 iHS
CX3 | TG-2 iHS | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 920k | 610k | Sharper display (+310k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus TG-2 iHS and Ricoh CX3
TG-2 iHS | CX3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Olympus TG-2 iHS enjoys outer dimensions of 111mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Ricoh CX3 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Contrast the Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh CX3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the TG-2 iHS versus the CX3.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the TG-2 iHS and CX3 is 91 and 92 respectively.
Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over specs. The graphic here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the TG-2 iHS and CX3.
All in all, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You can anticipate the Olympus TG-2 iHS to offer more detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The younger TG-2 iHS provides an edge in sensor technology.
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Olympus TG-2 iHS vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Olympus | Ricoh |
Model | Olympus Tough TG-2 iHS | Ricoh CX3 |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2013-06-28 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 3968 x 2976 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
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 | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/2.0-4.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 610k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | OLED | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | - | 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 | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 230g (0.51 lb) | 206g (0.45 lb) |
Dimensions | 111 x 67 x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 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 life | 350 pictures | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | Li-90B | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 and 12 sec, Pet Auto Shutter) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | - | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $380 | $329 |