Ricoh CX3 vs Sony A7S

Following is a in depth analysis of the Ricoh CX3 versus Sony A7S, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the CX3 (10MP) and the A7S (12MP) is very close but the CX3 (1/2.3") and A7S (Full frame) possess totally different sensor measurements.

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The CX3 was brought out 4 years earlier than the A7S which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the CX3 scores against the A7S for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX3 & Sony Alpha A7S. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Sony A7S Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX3 offers physical 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) whilst the Sony A7S has dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") having a weight of 489 grams (1.08 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the CX3 and the A7S.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX3 and A7S is 92 and 77 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The pic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX3 and A7S.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The CX3 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A7S will render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.