Nikon A900 vs Ricoh CX4
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Nikon A900 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Revealed February 2016
- Replacement is Nikon A1000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Introduced August 2010
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Here, we will be evaluating the Nikon A900 vs Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe A900 was introduced 5 years later than the CX4 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the A900 grades against the CX4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Ricoh CX4
| A900 | CX4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | February 2016 |  | August 2010 | Fresher by 68 months |
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 920k | Sharper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Nikon A900
| CX4 | A900 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Focus manually |  | Dial precise focus |
Common features in the Nikon A900 and Ricoh CX4
| A900 | CX4 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 3" |  | 3" | Same screen measurement |
| Selfie screen |  | Absent selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | Neither includes Touch screen |
Nikon A900 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon A900 features exterior dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the A900 compared to the CX4.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and CX4 is 88 and 92 respectively.
Nikon A900 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing just by seeing specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and CX4.
Plainly, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon A900 to show greater detail using its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern A900 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.
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Nikon A900 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix A900 | Ricoh CX4 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
| Model | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Ricoh CX4 |
| Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
| Revealed | 2016-02-23 | 2010-08-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
| Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW data | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Cross focus points | - | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
| Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
| Continuous shooting rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
| Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment metering | ||
| Average metering | ||
| Spot metering | ||
| Partial metering | ||
| AF area metering | ||
| Center weighted metering | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 289g (0.64 pounds) | 205g (0.45 pounds) |
| Physical dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 300 images | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery model | EN-EL12 | DB-100 |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Price at launch | $400 | $211 |