Nikon L830 vs Ricoh CX4

In this article, we are matching up the Nikon L830 and Ricoh CX4, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the L830 (16MP) and CX4 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The L830 was announced 3 years after the CX4 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon L830 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX4 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick view of how the L830 matches up against the CX4 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L830 and Ricoh CX4. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon L830 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon L830 has exterior measurements of 110mm x 76mm x 91mm (4.3" x 3.0" x 3.6") along with a weight of 508 grams (1.12 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Nikon L830 and Ricoh CX4 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the L830 against the CX4.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L830 and CX4 is 71 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by looking through a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the L830 and CX4.

As you can see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon L830 to result in greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern L830 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.