Nikon L840 vs Ricoh CX6

Its time to examine more in depth at the Nikon L840 versus Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the L840 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The L840 was introduced 3 years after the CX6 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon L840 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the L840 grades versus the CX6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix L840 and Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon L840 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon L840 comes with outer measurements of 114mm x 89mm x 96mm (4.5" x 3.5" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 538 grams (1.19 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has proportions of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the L840 compared to the CX6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the L840 and CX6 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The image below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the L840 and CX6.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon L840 to provide greater detail using its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher L840 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.