Ricoh CX2 vs Sony G3

The following is a thorough comparison of the Ricoh CX2 and Sony G3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The image resolution of the CX2 (9MP) and the G3 (10MP) is relatively close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX2 was introduced 8 months after the G3 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the CX2 scores against the G3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX2 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX2 features physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Sony G3 has dimensions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the CX2 compared to the G3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the CX2 and G3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The picture here might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX2 and G3.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Sony G3 to render extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer CX2 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.