Ricoh CX3 vs Sony HX350

Let's look more closely at the Ricoh CX3 versus Sony HX350, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap between the sensor resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and HX350 (20MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was launched 7 years before the HX350 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the CX3 matches up vs the HX350 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX3 offers exterior dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony HX350 has sizing of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Contrast the Ricoh CX3 versus Sony HX350 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the CX3 versus the HX350.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and HX350 is 92 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by reading a spec sheet. The picture here might provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX3 and HX350.

Clearly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony HX350 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 10MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged CX3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.