Nikon B600 vs Ricoh CX5

Here is a in depth overview of the Nikon B600 versus Ricoh CX5, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the B600 (16MP) and CX5 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The B600 was announced 7 years later than the CX5 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon B600 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple summation of how the B600 matches up versus the CX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix B600 & Ricoh CX5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon B600 Gallery & Ricoh CX5 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon B600 provides outside measurements of 122mm x 82mm x 99mm (4.8" x 3.2" x 3.9") with a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Ricoh CX5 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon B600 versus Ricoh CX5 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the B600 and the CX5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the B600 and CX5 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Often, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the B600 and CX5.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Nikon B600 to show more detail with its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher B600 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.