Ricoh CX3 vs Sony W830

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Ricoh CX3 vs Sony W830, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Ricoh and Sony. There exists a considerable gap between the resolutions of the CX3 (10MP) and W830 (20MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modes

The CX3 was introduced 4 years prior to the W830 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the CX3 scores versus the W830 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The whole galleries are provided at Ricoh CX3 Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX3 has got physical measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony W830 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check the Ricoh CX3 vs Sony W830 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the CX3 and the W830.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CX3 and W830 is 92 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the CX3 and W830.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Sony W830 to give you more detail using its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The older CX3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.