Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX1
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Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 164g - 96 x 60 x 29mm
- Revealed February 2012
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Announced February 2009

Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Nikon L26 and Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The L26 was manufactured 2 years after the CX1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before going straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the L26 scores vs the CX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Ricoh CX1. The entire galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Ricoh CX1
L26 | CX1 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | More modern by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Nikon L26
CX1 | L26 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Ricoh CX1
L26 | CX1 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon L26 features outside measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check the Nikon L26 and Ricoh CX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the L26 vs the CX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the L26 and CX1 is 93 and 93 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the gap in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The image here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the L26 and CX1.
As you can tell, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Nikon L26 to result in extra detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher L26 will have a benefit in sensor tech.

Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Ricoh CX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2009-02-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 9MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Max aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lbs) | 180 gr (0.40 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" 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 | 200 images | - |
Battery type | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $70 | $299 |