Pentax Q7 vs Ricoh CX3

Its time to look more closely at the Pentax Q7 and Ricoh CX3, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. The image resolution of the Q7 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is fairly comparable but the Q7 (1/1.7") and CX3 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The Q7 was introduced 3 years after the CX3 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Pentax Q7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Q7 matches up against the CX3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Pentax Q7 and Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are available at Pentax Q7 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Pentax Q7 offers external dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 34mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) while the Ricoh CX3 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Look at the Pentax Q7 and Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the Q7 and the CX3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Q7 and CX3 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The pic below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Q7 and CX3.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Q7 using its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Pentax Q7 will show extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The newer Q7 will have an advantage in sensor technology.