Pentax WG-3 vs Ricoh CX2

Here is a extended comparison of the Pentax WG-3 and Ricoh CX2, former being a Waterproof while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the WG-3 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The WG-3 was introduced 3 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the WG-3 grades vs the CX2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax WG-3 & Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are available at Pentax WG-3 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Pentax WG-3 features physical measurements of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Contrast the Pentax WG-3 and Ricoh CX2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the WG-3 versus the CX2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the WG-3 and CX2 is 90 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the WG-3 and CX2.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Pentax WG-3 to produce greater detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern WG-3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.