Panasonic S1 vs Ricoh CX3

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic S1 versus Ricoh CX3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the S1 (24MP) and CX3 (10MP) and the S1 (Full frame) and CX3 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The S1 was revealed 8 years later than the CX3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the S1 scores against the CX3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1 and Ricoh CX3. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S1 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic S1 features exterior measurements of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") and a weight of 1021 grams (2.25 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic S1 versus Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the S1 versus the CX3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and CX3 is 54 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the S1 and CX3.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The S1 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic S1 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern S1 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.