Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh CX4
92 Imaging
35 Features
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92 Imaging
33 Features
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Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 197g - 103 x 64 x 27mm
- Launched August 2011
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT3
- Older Model is Panasonic TS2
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS4
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Released August 2010
Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
The following is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic TS3 versus Ricoh CX4, one is a Waterproof and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the TS3 (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe TS3 was revealed 13 months after the CX4 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the TS3 grades vs the CX4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 and Ricoh CX4. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic TS3 over the Ricoh CX4
TS3 | CX4 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | August 2010 | Newer by 13 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Panasonic TS3
CX4 | TS3 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic TS3 and Ricoh CX4
TS3 | CX4 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither features Touch display |
Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic TS3 enjoys exterior measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic TS3 versus Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the TS3 compared to the CX4.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the TS3 and CX4 is 92 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS3 and CX4.
Plainly, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS3 to produce more detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The fresher TS3 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Ricoh |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 | Ricoh CX4 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FT3 | - |
Type | Waterproof | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-08-16 | 2010-08-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | 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 | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 11 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display tech | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0fps | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.60 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | 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), 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) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | 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 | BuiltIn | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 197 gr (0.43 pounds) | 205 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 103 x 64 x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 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 | 310 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $380 | $211 |