Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-20
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Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-20 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Revealed June 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.5-5.5) lens
- 164g - 114 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2014
Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-20 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Ricoh CX3 and Ricoh WG-20, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Waterproof and both are manufactured by Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and WG-20 (14MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe CX3 was manufactured 4 years earlier than the WG-20 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a concise overview of how the CX3 scores vs the WG-20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-20 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX3 and Ricoh WG-20. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-20 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Ricoh WG-20
CX3 | WG-20 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh WG-20 over the Ricoh CX3
WG-20 | CX3 | |||
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Revealed | February 2014 | June 2010 | More modern by 44 months |
Common features in the Ricoh CX3 and Ricoh WG-20
CX3 | WG-20 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-20 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX3 enjoys outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-20 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the Ricoh CX3 and Ricoh WG-20 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the CX3 compared to the WG-20.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and WG-20 is 92 and 93 respectively.
Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-20 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing technical specs. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX3 and WG-20.
As you have seen, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Ricoh WG-20 to provide you with more detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be behind in sensor innovation.
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Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-20 Specifications
Ricoh CX3 | Ricoh WG-20 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Ricoh | Ricoh |
Model type | Ricoh CX3 | Ricoh WG-20 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Waterproof |
Revealed | 2010-06-16 | 2014-02-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4288 x 3216 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | f/3.5-5.5 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 920k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 secs | 4 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1500 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.00 m | 4.00 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, flash off, flash on, auto + redeye |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30p, 15p), 640 x 480 (30p, 15p), 320 x 240 (30p, 15p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 lbs) | 164g (0.36 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 114 x 58 x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 photographs |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | DB-100 | D-LI92 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $329 | $370 |