Ricoh CX1 vs Sony A7R III

Here is a detailed overview of the Ricoh CX1 and Sony A7R III, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the CX1 (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) feature different sensor measurements.

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The CX1 was manufactured 9 years earlier than the A7R III and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the CX1 scores against the A7R III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX1 and Sony Alpha A7R III. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Sony A7R III Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh CX1 features exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) and the Sony A7R III has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX1 and Sony A7R III in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the CX1 against the A7R III.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the CX1 and A7R III is 93 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and A7R III.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The CX1 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Sony A7R III will offer you extra detail due to its extra 33MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older CX1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.