Nikon L810 vs Ricoh CX1

On this page, we will be contrasting the Nikon L810 vs Ricoh CX1, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the L810 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L810 was introduced 2 years after the CX1 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the L810 scores vs the CX1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix L810 and Ricoh CX1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon L810 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L810 comes with exterior dimensions of 111mm x 76mm x 83mm (4.4" x 3.0" x 3.3") along with a weight of 430 grams (0.95 lbs) and the Ricoh CX1 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

See the Nikon L810 vs Ricoh CX1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the L810 and the CX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the L810 and CX1 is 74 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The picture below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the L810 and CX1.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Nikon L810 to result in more detail using its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger L810 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.