Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-30

Below, we will be evaluating the Ricoh CX3 versus Ricoh WG-30, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Waterproof and they are both offered by Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and WG-30 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was released 5 years prior to the WG-30 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the CX3 scores against the WG-30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX3 & Ricoh WG-30. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Ricoh WG-30 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX3 has got exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Ricoh WG-30 has proportions of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") along with a weight of 192 grams (0.42 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the CX3 compared to the WG-30.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and WG-30 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes only by looking at specifications. The pic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the CX3 and WG-30.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You can expect the Ricoh WG-30 to give extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged CX3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.