Nikon L830 vs Ricoh CX2
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Nikon L830 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-765mm (F3.0-5.9) lens
- 508g - 110 x 76 x 91mm
- Introduced January 2014
- Succeeded the Nikon L820
- Refreshed by Nikon L840
(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
- Launched August 2009
Nikon L830 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Following is a extended analysis of the Nikon L830 versus Ricoh CX2, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the L830 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe L830 was revealed 4 years after the CX2 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX2 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the L830 grades vs the CX2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon L830 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix L830 & Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon L830 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon L830 over the Ricoh CX2
L830 | CX2 | |||
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Launched | January 2014 | August 2009 | More modern by 54 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 920k | Crisper screen (+1k dot) |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Nikon L830
CX2 | L830 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Nikon L830 and Ricoh CX2
L830 | CX2 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Neither features Touch friendly screen |
Nikon L830 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon L830 enjoys external dimensions of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") along with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) while the Ricoh CX2 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Check the Nikon L830 versus Ricoh CX2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the L830 vs the CX2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and CX2 is 71 and 93 respectively.
Nikon L830 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through a spec sheet. The pic here should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the L830 and CX2.
As you can see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can expect the Nikon L830 to provide you with more detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent L830 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon L830 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix L830 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix L830 | Ricoh CX2 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2014-01-07 | 2009-08-20 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | 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 | 16MP | 9MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 23-765mm (33.3x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.0-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 921 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1500 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 9.00 m (Auto ISO) | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 30p), 1280 x 960 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | - | 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 | 508 grams (1.12 lb) | 185 grams (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 110 x 76 x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 390 shots | - |
Form of battery | AA | - |
Battery model | - | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SC/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $300 | $341 |