Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh CX4

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh CX4, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the ZR3 (14MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The ZR3 was released 6 months before the CX4 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the ZR3 scores against the CX4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 and Ricoh CX4. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic ZR3 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic ZR3 enjoys physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic ZR3 vs Ricoh CX4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the ZR3 and the CX4.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the ZR3 and CX4 is 94 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes merely by looking at technical specs. The picture underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the ZR3 and CX4.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZR3 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively.