Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh CX6

Here is a detailed analysis of the Ricoh CX3 versus Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras and they are both offered by Ricoh. The resolution of the CX3 (10MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was released 17 months prior to the CX6 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the CX3 scores vs the CX6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX3 and Ricoh CX6. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX3 offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh CX3 versus Ricoh CX6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the CX3 compared to the CX6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the CX3 and CX6 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX3 and CX6.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of images though you really should take the production date of the cameras into account. The older CX3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.