Ricoh CX3 vs Sigma DP1x

Following is a comprehensive review of the Ricoh CX3 vs Sigma DP1x, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Ricoh and Sigma. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and DP1x (5MP) and the CX3 (1/2.3") and DP1x (APS-C) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The CX3 was announced 4 months after the DP1x so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera and the Sigma DP1x being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the CX3 grades versus the DP1x in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX3 and Sigma DP1x. The whole galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Sigma DP1x Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX3 enjoys outside 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) whilst the Sigma DP1x has measurements of 113mm x 60mm x 50mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.0") and a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh CX3 vs Sigma DP1x in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the CX3 and the DP1x.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and DP1x is 92 and 88 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The pic below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX3 and DP1x.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CX3 with its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Ricoh CX3 will result in more detail with its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively.