Ricoh CX3 vs Sony W800

Here is a in-depth review of the Ricoh CX3 versus Sony W800, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and W800 (20MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The CX3 was released 4 years before the W800 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the CX3 scores against the W800 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The complete galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX3 Gallery and Sony W800 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX3 has got 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) whilst the Sony W800 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX3 versus Sony W800 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the CX3 compared to the W800.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX3 and W800 is 92 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CX3 and W800.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony W800 to provide extra detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The older CX3 will be behind in sensor tech.