Olympus VG-160 vs Ricoh CX3
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Olympus VG-160 vs Ricoh CX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2012
(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
- Launched June 2010
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Its time to look a little more closely at the Olympus VG-160 vs Ricoh CX3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Olympus and Ricoh. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the VG-160 (14MP) and CX3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe VG-160 was unveiled 20 months after the CX3 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the VG-160 grades against the CX3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Olympus VG-160 & Ricoh CX3. The full galleries are viewable at Olympus VG-160 Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-160 over the Ricoh CX3
| VG-160 | CX3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2012 |  | June 2010 | More modern by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Olympus VG-160
| CX3 | VG-160 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Olympus VG-160 and Ricoh CX3
| VG-160 | CX3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display size | 3" |  | 3" | Same display sizing |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Olympus VG-160 vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Olympus VG-160 features external dimensions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and 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).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the VG-160 against the CX3.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the VG-160 and CX3 is 96 and 92 respectively.
Olympus VG-160 vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be tough to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by going over specs. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the VG-160 and CX3.
All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Olympus VG-160 to deliver more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer VG-160 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.
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Olympus VG-160 vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
| Olympus VG-160 | Ricoh CX3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Olympus | Ricoh |
| Model type | Olympus VG-160 | Ricoh CX3 |
| Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2012-01-10 | 2010-06-16 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 10MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 4288 x 3216 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Continuous autofocus | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Autofocus multi area | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Cross type focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focusing range | 7cm | 1cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Screen technology | TFT Color LCD | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.80 m | 4.00 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| 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 sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 125 gr (0.28 pounds) | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 165 pictures | - |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | LI-70B | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch cost | $90 | $329 |