Pentax X70 vs Ricoh CX3

Below, we will be evaluating the Pentax X70 versus Ricoh CX3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Pentax and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the X70 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The X70 was introduced 15 months earlier than the CX3 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Pentax X70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the X70 matches up vs the CX3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Pentax X70 and Ricoh CX3. The whole galleries are provided at Pentax X70 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Pentax X70 features exterior measurements of 110mm x 83mm x 90mm (4.3" x 3.3" x 3.5") and a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) while 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).

Look at the Pentax X70 versus Ricoh CX3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the X70 compared to the CX3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the X70 and CX3 is 71 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The image here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the X70 and CX3.

Plainly, each of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Pentax X70 to result in more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The more aged X70 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.