Ricoh CX3 vs Ricoh WG-80

Here, we are matching up the Ricoh CX3 and Ricoh WG-80, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are created by Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and WG-80 (16MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was announced 13 years before the WG-80 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the CX3 matches up against the WG-80 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Ricoh CX3 and Ricoh WG-80. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Ricoh WG-80 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX3 has got physical 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) and the Ricoh WG-80 has measurements of 123mm x 62mm x 30mm (4.8" x 2.4" x 1.2") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Ricoh CX3 and Ricoh WG-80 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the CX3 against the WG-80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the CX3 and WG-80 is 92 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the CX3 and WG-80.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Ricoh WG-80 to provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.