Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-4

Lets examine more closely at the Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-4, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Waterproof and they are both created by Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was released 4 years prior to the WG-4 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the CX3 grades versus the WG-4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX3 & Ricoh WG-4. The complete galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX3 provides external measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-4 has dimensions of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the CX3 compared to the WG-4.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the CX3 and WG-4 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing specs. The picture below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the CX3 and WG-4.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Ricoh WG-4 to offer more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos much more aggressively. The more aged CX3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.