Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX4
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Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX4 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)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Announced August 2010

Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a big gap among the resolutions of the L26 (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The L26 was introduced 18 months later than the CX4 making them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the L26 scores vs the CX4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix L26 and Ricoh CX4. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L26 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L26 over the Ricoh CX4
L26 | CX4 | |||
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Announced | February 2012 | ![]() | August 2010 | Fresher by 18 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Nikon L26
CX4 | L26 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon L26 and Ricoh CX4
L26 | CX4 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | No Touch display |
Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon L26 comes with exterior measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 164 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has measurements of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX4 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the L26 and the CX4.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the L26 and CX4 is 93 and 92 respectively.

Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by looking through technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L26 and CX4.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon L26 to result in more detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics more aggressively. The younger L26 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.

Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Sports Comparison

Travel Comparison

Landscape Comparison

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Nikon L26 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L26 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L26 | Ricoh CX4 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Revealed | 2012-02-01 | 2010-08-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-130mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.2-6.5 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 164g (0.36 lbs) | 205g (0.45 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 29mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") | 102 x 59 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 feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $70 | $211 |