Panasonic SZ8 vs Ricoh CX3

The following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic SZ8 versus Ricoh CX3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the SZ8 (16MP) and CX3 (10MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The SZ8 was brought out 3 years after the CX3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the SZ8 grades versus the CX3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8 and Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic SZ8 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic SZ8 has outer measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Ricoh CX3 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic SZ8 versus Ricoh CX3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the SZ8 against the CX3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the SZ8 and CX3 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The image here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SZ8 and CX3.

As you can see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic SZ8 to give extra detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern SZ8 will have an edge in sensor tech.