Panasonic FX48 vs Ricoh CX3

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FX48 vs Ricoh CX3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. The image resolution of the FX48 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX48 was released 16 months earlier than the CX3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FX48 grades against the CX3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX48 and Ricoh CX3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FX48 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX48 comes with outside measurements of 95mm x 53mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 150 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FX48 vs Ricoh CX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FX48 vs the CX3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FX48 and CX3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FX48 and CX3.

As you can see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FX48 to offer you extra detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FX48 is going to be behind in sensor technology.