Nikon P100 vs Ricoh CX3
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Nikon P100 vs Ricoh CX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-678mm (F2.8-5.0) lens
- 481g - 114 x 83 x 99mm
- Introduced July 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Introduced June 2010

Nikon P100 vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon P100 and Ricoh CX3, both Small Sensor Superzoom cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the P100 (10MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The P100 was manufactured at a similar time to the CX3 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX3 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the P100 matches up versus the CX3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon P100 vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P100 & Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon P100 Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P100 over the Ricoh CX3
P100 | CX3 | |||
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Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Nikon P100
CX3 | P100 | |||
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Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon P100 and Ricoh CX3
P100 | CX3 | |||
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Introduced | July 2010 | ![]() | June 2010 | Same age |
Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon P100 vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P100 enjoys external measurements of 114mm x 83mm x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") along with a weight of 481 grams (1.06 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon P100 and Ricoh CX3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the P100 and the CX3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the P100 and CX3 is 68 and 92 respectively.

Nikon P100 vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by checking out specifications. The image below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the P100 and CX3.
Plainly, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution so you can expect comparable quality of photos however you need to take the age of the cameras into account.

Nikon P100 vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P100 vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P100 | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix P100 | Ricoh CX3 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-07-06 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-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 | 10MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 3648 x 2736 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-678mm (26.1x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.0 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | H.264 | 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 481 grams (1.06 lb) | 206 grams (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 114 x 83 x 99mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.9") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | EN-EL5 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (2 to 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $400 | $329 |