Ricoh CX4 vs Sony NEX-3N

Here, we will be contrasting the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony NEX-3N, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Ricoh and Sony. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the CX4 (10MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) and the CX4 (1/2.3") and NEX-3N (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The CX4 was revealed 3 years earlier than the NEX-3N which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the CX4 matches up versus the NEX-3N in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Ricoh CX4 and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The full galleries are viewable at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Ricoh CX4 has got outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony NEX-3N has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Examine the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony NEX-3N in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the CX4 against the NEX-3N.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX4 and NEX-3N is 92 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The image here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the CX4 and NEX-3N.

To sum up, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The CX4 using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony NEX-3N will provide more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged CX4 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.