Ricoh CX4 vs Sony G3

Let's look much closer at the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony G3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Ricoh and Sony. The sensor resolution of the CX4 (10MP) and the G3 (10MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The CX4 was introduced 20 months after the G3 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the CX4 matches up against the G3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Ricoh CX4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are available at Ricoh CX4 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Ricoh CX4 features outer dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony G3 has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Take a look at the Ricoh CX4 versus Sony G3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the CX4 and the G3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX4 and G3 is 92 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by seeing a spec sheet. The pic underneath may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX4 and G3.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same megapixels so you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you might want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The newer CX4 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.