Ricoh CX3 vs Sony NEX-F3
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Ricoh CX3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 200 - 16000
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 314g - 117 x 67 x 42mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Succeeded the Sony NEX-C3
- Refreshed by Sony NEX-3N
Ricoh CX3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Overview
The following is a complete comparison of the Ricoh CX3 vs Sony NEX-F3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Ricoh and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) and the CX3 (1/2.3") and NEX-F3 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.
Photography GlossaryThe CX3 was brought out 3 years prior to the NEX-F3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-F3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go through a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the CX3 scores vs the NEX-F3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Ricoh CX3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX3 & Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Sony NEX-F3
CX3 | NEX-F3 |
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Reasons to pick Sony NEX-F3 over the Ricoh CX3
NEX-F3 | CX3 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | June 2010 | Newer by 26 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Ricoh CX3 and Sony NEX-F3
CX3 | NEX-F3 | |||
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Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 920k | 920k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Ricoh CX3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX3 enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony NEX-F3 has sizing of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).
Check the Ricoh CX3 vs Sony NEX-F3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the CX3 vs the NEX-F3.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX3 and NEX-F3 is 92 and 86 respectively.
Ricoh CX3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic below may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the CX3 and NEX-F3.
Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The CX3 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony NEX-F3 will render more detail having its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Ricoh CX3 vs Sony NEX-F3 Specifications
Ricoh CX3 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Ricoh | Sony |
Model | Ricoh CX3 | Sony Alpha NEX-F3 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-06-16 | 2012-08-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Smooth Imaging Engine IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 23.4 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 365.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 4912 x 3264 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 16000 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Sony E |
Lens focal range | 28-300mm (10.7x) | - |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.6 | - |
Macro focus range | 1cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 121 |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 920k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic (optional) |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.00 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync, Rear Curtain, Fill-in |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 24 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 206g (0.45 pounds) | 314g (0.69 pounds) |
Dimensions | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") | 117 x 67 x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 73 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 1114 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 470 pictures |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DB-100 | NPFW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec 3 or 5 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/ SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Pro Duo/ Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $329 | $470 |