Panasonic ZS60 vs Ricoh CX3

Below is a thorough review of the Panasonic ZS60 versus Ricoh CX3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Ricoh. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the ZS60 (18MP) and CX3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The ZS60 was revealed 5 years later than the CX3 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the ZS60 scores vs the CX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60 and Ricoh CX3. The full galleries are available at Panasonic ZS60 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic ZS60 has physical measurements of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic ZS60 versus Ricoh CX3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the ZS60 and the CX3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the ZS60 and CX3 is 88 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the ZS60 and CX3.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS60 to resolve greater detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern ZS60 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.