Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2
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![Nikon Coolpix L26 front Nikon Coolpix L26 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-L26/Nikon-L26-front.jpg)
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Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- 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
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released August 2009
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Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Below is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon L26 versus Ricoh CX2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The L26 was unveiled 2 years later than the CX2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the L26 grades vs the CX2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 & Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Ricoh CX2
L26 | CX2 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 30 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Nikon L26
CX2 | L26 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very exact focus | ||
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Ricoh CX2
L26 | CX2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 comes with outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L26 versus Ricoh CX2 in our brand new 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)
Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the L26 against the CX2.
![Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 size comparison Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Ricoh-CX2-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and CX2 is 93 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 top view buttons comparison Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Ricoh-CX2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and CX2.
As you can tell, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Nikon L26 to result in more detail having an extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots far more aggressively. The more recent L26 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
![Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 sensor size comparison Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Ricoh-CX2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-L26-vs-Ricoh-CX2-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 L26 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Ricoh CX2 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2009-08-20 |
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 | 16 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lb) | 185g (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 58 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 | 200 pictures | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery ID | 2 x AA | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $70 | $341 |