Ricoh CX4 vs Sony A7S III

Let's look much closer at the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony A7S III, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Sony. The resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the A7S III (12MP) is pretty well matched but the CX4 (1/2.3") and A7S III (Full frame) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The CX4 was brought out 11 years earlier than the A7S III and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7S III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the CX4 grades against the A7S III in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX4 and Sony Alpha A7S III. The entire galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Sony A7S III Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX4 enjoys external measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony A7S III has proportions of 129mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 699 grams (1.54 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony A7S III in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the CX4 and the A7S III.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the CX4 and A7S III is 92 and 61 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through specifications. The photograph below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CX4 and A7S III.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The CX4 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A7S III will give more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older CX4 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.