Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh GR Digital III

On this page, we will be matching up the Ricoh CX3 versus Ricoh GR Digital III, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Ricoh. The image resolution of the CX3 (10MP) and the GR Digital III (10MP) is relatively similar but the CX3 (1/2.3") and GR Digital III (1/1.7") posses totally different sensor size.

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The CX3 was launched 11 months later than the GR Digital III and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the CX3 scores versus the GR Digital III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX3 and Ricoh GR Digital III. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Ricoh GR Digital III Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX3 features outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh GR Digital III has dimensions of 109mm x 59mm x 26mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 1.0") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the CX3 and the GR Digital III.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX3 and GR Digital III is 92 and 92 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading a spec sheet. The visual below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the CX3 and GR Digital III.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizing. The CX3 comes with the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallow depth of field trickier. The more recent CX3 will have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.