Pentax VS20 vs Ricoh CX3

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Pentax VS20 and Ricoh CX3, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the VS20 (16MP) and CX3 (10MP) but they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The VS20 was introduced 20 months after the CX3 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the VS20 matches up versus the CX3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Pentax Optio VS20 and Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are viewable at Pentax VS20 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Pentax VS20 provides exterior dimensions of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") along with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Pentax VS20 and Ricoh CX3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the VS20 compared to the CX3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the VS20 and CX3 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The pic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the VS20 and CX3.

As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Pentax VS20 to deliver greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern VS20 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.