Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh CX4

Below is a thorough review of the Ricoh CX3 versus Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and both of them are sold by Ricoh. The resolution of the CX3 (10MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was manufactured 2 months prior to the CX4 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the CX3 grades versus the CX4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX3 & Ricoh CX4. The entire galleries are available at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor its weight and size. The Ricoh CX3 features external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the CX3 against the CX4.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the CX3 and CX4 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The photograph below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX3 and CX4.

As you can tell, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of images however you have to consider the age of the cameras into account.