Ricoh CX3 vs Sony S2000

Its time to look more closely at the Ricoh CX3 and Sony S2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the CX3 (10MP) and the S2000 (10MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was unveiled 6 months after the S2000 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the CX3 matches up vs the S2000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The full galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Ricoh CX3 provides outside measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Ricoh CX3 and Sony S2000 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the CX3 compared to the S2000.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX3 and S2000 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The pic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX3 and S2000.

Plainly, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs although you have to consider the production date of the products into consideration.