Panasonic S1 vs Ricoh CX3
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Panasonic S1 vs Ricoh CX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Released January 2011
(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 S1 vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
Following is a detailed overview of the Panasonic S1 versus Ricoh CX3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S1 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

The S1 was launched 7 months after the CX3 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S1 grades versus the CX3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic S1 vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 & Ricoh CX3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic S1 Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic S1 over the Ricoh CX3
S1 | CX3 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Panasonic S1
CX3 | S1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic S1 and Ricoh CX3
S1 | CX3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | No Touch friendly display |
Panasonic S1 vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic S1 versus Ricoh CX3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the S1 and the CX3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1 and CX3 is 96 and 92 respectively.

Panasonic S1 vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by going through a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the S1 and CX3.
As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic S1 to produce more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher S1 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic S1 vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic S1 vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1 | Ricoh CX3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-112mm (4.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.1-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.30 m | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (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 | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | 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 | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 117g (0.26 pounds) | 206g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 240 shots | - |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $269 | $329 |