Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G

Here is a detailed analysis of the Ricoh CX3 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Ricoh and Samsung. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and Galaxy Camera 3G (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was introduced 3 years before the Galaxy Camera 3G and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the CX3 scores against the Galaxy Camera 3G with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX3 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX3 has got exterior 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) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G has measurements of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") along with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the CX3 vs the Galaxy Camera 3G.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX3 and Galaxy Camera 3G is 92 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX3 and Galaxy Camera 3G.

To sum up, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 3G to offer extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The older CX3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.