Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6
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![Nikon Coolpix A1000 front Nikon Coolpix A1000 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-A1000/Nikon-A1000-front.jpg)
![Ricoh CX6 front Ricoh CX6 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-CX6/Ricoh-CX6-front.jpg)
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Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 330g - 114 x 72 x 41mm
- Introduced January 2019
- Earlier Model is Nikon A900
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced November 2011
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Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Following is a in depth analysis of the Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the A1000 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The A1000 was brought out 7 years after the CX6 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the A1000 scores versus the CX6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix A1000 & Ricoh CX6. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon A1000 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A1000 over the Ricoh CX6
A1000 | CX6 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | January 2019 | ![]() | November 2011 | More modern by 88 months |
Display type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Nikon A1000
CX6 | A1000 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 921k | Sharper display (+309k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon A1000 and Ricoh CX6
A1000 | CX6 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon A1000 features external dimensions of 114mm x 72mm x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") with a weight of 330 grams (0.73 lbs) while the Ricoh CX6 has specifications of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Check out the Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the A1000 and the CX6.
![Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 size comparison Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A1000-vs-Ricoh-CX6-size-comparison.jpg)
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the A1000 and CX6 is 86 and 92 respectively.
![Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 top view buttons comparison Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A1000-vs-Ricoh-CX6-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very difficult to see the difference in sensor sizes only by going through technical specs. The pic below might give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the A1000 and CX6.
As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon A1000 to produce extra detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher A1000 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 sensor size comparison Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A1000-vs-Ricoh-CX6-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-A1000-vs-Ricoh-CX6-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon A1000 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix A1000 | Ricoh CX6 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2019-01-18 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 921 thousand dots | 1,230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,166 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 98% | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | No | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 330 grams (0.73 pounds) | 201 grams (0.44 pounds) |
Dimensions | 114 x 72 x 41mm (4.5" x 2.8" x 1.6") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 images | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $477 | $595 |