Ricoh CX2 vs Sony NEX-F3

Here is a in depth overview of the Ricoh CX2 and Sony NEX-F3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the CX2 (9MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) and the CX2 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The CX2 was announced 4 years prior to the NEX-F3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the CX2 grades against the NEX-F3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX2 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX2 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Ricoh CX2 has exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) and the Sony NEX-F3 has specifications of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh CX2 and Sony NEX-F3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the CX2 versus the NEX-F3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and NEX-F3 is 93 and 86 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reading a spec sheet. The photograph here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the CX2 and NEX-F3.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CX2 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony NEX-F3 will offer you extra detail with its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older CX2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.