Panasonic TS1 vs Ricoh CX3

The following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic TS1 and Ricoh CX3, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. The resolution of the TS1 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is fairly close and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The TS1 was brought out 16 months before the CX3 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the TS1 grades versus the CX3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS1 and Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic TS1 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic TS1 offers exterior dimensions of 98mm x 63mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") along with a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) while the Ricoh CX3 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic TS1 and Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the TS1 compared to the CX3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the TS1 and CX3 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The pic underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the TS1 and CX3.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS1 to result in extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged TS1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.