Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX3
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Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX3 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
- Launched February 2012
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released June 2010
Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
The following is a extensive comparison of the Nikon L26 versus Ricoh CX3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and CX3 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe L26 was released 20 months after the CX3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short overview of how the L26 scores against the CX3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Ricoh CX3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon L26 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Ricoh CX3
L26 | CX3 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | June 2010 | Newer by 20 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Nikon L26
CX3 | L26 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Screen resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Ricoh CX3
L26 | CX3 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither has Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Nikon L26 has outer 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 CX3 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Look at the Nikon L26 versus Ricoh CX3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the L26 and the CX3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and CX3 is 93 and 92 respectively.
Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specs. The image below might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the L26 and CX3.
All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon L26 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more modern L26 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Ricoh CX3 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2012-02-01 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164 gr (0.36 lb) | 206 gr (0.45 lb) |
Physical 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 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 | 200 photographs | - |
Type of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | 2 x AA | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $70 | $329 |