Pentax P80 vs Ricoh CX3

Below is a thorough review of the Pentax P80 versus Ricoh CX3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the P80 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P80 was manufactured 10 months prior to the CX3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the P80 grades versus the CX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax Optio P80 and Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are viewable at Pentax P80 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Pentax P80 comes with physical dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") and a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has sizing 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 Pentax P80 versus Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the P80 compared to the CX3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P80 and CX3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P80 and CX3.

As you can see, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Pentax P80 to provide more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older P80 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.