Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh CX3

Here, we will be analyzing the Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh CX3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Pentax and Ricoh. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the XG-1 (16MP) and CX3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The XG-1 was manufactured 4 years after the CX3 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the XG-1 grades versus the CX3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Pentax XG-1 & Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are provided at Pentax XG-1 Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Pentax XG-1 comes with external dimensions of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") and a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Pentax XG-1 vs Ricoh CX3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the XG-1 versus the CX3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the XG-1 and CX3 is 66 and 92 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out technical specs. The image below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the XG-1 and CX3.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Pentax XG-1 to show more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger XG-1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.