Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-6

The following is a extended review of the Ricoh CX3 and Ricoh WG-6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are manufactured by Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and WG-6 (20MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was manufactured 8 years prior to the WG-6 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple overview of how the CX3 scores versus the WG-6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX3 and Ricoh WG-6. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-6 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX3 features outside dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Ricoh WG-6 has proportions of 118mm x 66mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 246 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the CX3 versus the WG-6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and WG-6 is 92 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The image below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX3 and WG-6.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-6 to offer you extra detail due to its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged CX3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.