Panasonic FX700 vs Ricoh CX3
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Panasonic FX700 vs Ricoh CX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.2-5.9) lens
- 176g - 104 x 56 x 25mm
- Released July 2010
(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
- Announced June 2010
Panasonic FX700 vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic FX700 and Ricoh CX3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a huge difference among the sensor resolutions of the FX700 (14MP) and CX3 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FX700 was unveiled 2 months later than the CX3 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FX700 matches up vs the CX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FX700 vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Ricoh CX3. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX700 over the Ricoh CX3
FX700 | CX3 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Panasonic FX700
CX3 | FX700 | |||
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Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FX700 and Ricoh CX3
FX700 | CX3 | |||
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Announced | July 2010 | June 2010 | Same generation | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display size | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic FX700 vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX700 enjoys exterior measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FX700 and Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FX700 vs the CX3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FX700 and CX3 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic FX700 vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to imagine the difference in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The graphic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX700 and CX3.
To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic FX700 to render greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos a little more aggressively.
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Panasonic FX700 vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 | Ricoh CX3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-07-21 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine FHD | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-120mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/2.2-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.40 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | AVCHD | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 176g (0.39 pounds) | 206g (0.45 pounds) |
Dimensions | 104 x 56 x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 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 model | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at release | $399 | $329 |