Ricoh CX3 vs Sony HX99

Below, we will be looking at the Ricoh CX3 and Sony HX99, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and HX99 (18MP) and the CX3 (1/2.3") and HX99 (1/2.3-inch) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The CX3 was released 9 years prior to the HX99 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a simple summary of how the CX3 grades vs the HX99 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX99. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Sony HX99 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX3 features exterior measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony HX99 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 242 grams (0.53 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX3 and Sony HX99 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view size comparison of the CX3 and the HX99.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and HX99 is 92 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The pic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX3 and HX99.

Clearly, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CX3 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony HX99 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged CX3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.