Ricoh CX3 vs Sony W220

On this page, we will be reviewing the Ricoh CX3 vs Sony W220, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CX3 (10MP) and the W220 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was manufactured 18 months after the W220 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the CX3 matches up against the W220 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W220. The entire galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Sony W220 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX3 features outer measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony W220 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Ricoh CX3 vs Sony W220 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the CX3 and the W220.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX3 and W220 is 92 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX3 and W220.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony W220 to give you more detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger CX3 should have a benefit in sensor technology.