Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4
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![Nikon Coolpix B600 front Nikon Coolpix B600 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-B600/Nikon-B600-front.jpg)
![Ricoh CX4 front Ricoh CX4 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Ricoh-CX4/Ricoh-CX4-front.jpg)
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Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 125 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1440mm (F3.3-6.5) lens
- 500g - 122 x 82 x 99mm
- Launched January 2019
(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
- Released August 2010
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Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
Its time to look more closely at the Nikon B600 versus Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the B600 (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The B600 was manufactured 8 years after the CX4 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the B600 scores vs the CX4 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B600 and Ricoh CX4. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon B600 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon B600 over the Ricoh CX4
B600 | CX4 | |||
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Released | January 2019 | ![]() | August 2010 | More modern by 103 months |
Screen resolution | 921k | ![]() | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Nikon B600
CX4 | B600 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing |
Common features in the Nikon B600 and Ricoh CX4
B600 | CX4 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Absent Touch friendly screen |
Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon B600 comes with physical measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") having a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX4 has dimensions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon B600 versus Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the B600 and the CX4.
![Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B600-vs-Ricoh-CX4-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the B600 and CX4 is 67 and 92 respectively.
![Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B600-vs-Ricoh-CX4-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the B600 and CX4.
Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Nikon B600 to show more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent B600 is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.
![Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B600-vs-Ricoh-CX4-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-B600-vs-Ricoh-CX4-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 B600 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix B600 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix B600 | Ricoh CX4 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2019-01-18 | 2010-08-19 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | 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 | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 24-1440mm (60.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.3-6.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 921 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 1s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting speed | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 60i, MP4, H.264, AAC | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | EN-EL12 lithium-ion battery & USB charger | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 500 gr (1.10 lb) | 205 gr (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 122 x 82 x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 280 photos | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (3 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | Internal + SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $297 | $211 |