Nikon P300 vs Ricoh CX4

Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon P300 vs Ricoh CX4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the CX4 (10MP) is fairly similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P300 was announced 10 months later than the CX4 and they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the P300 grades against the CX4 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 and Ricoh CX4. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P300 has outside measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 189 grams (0.42 lbs) and the Ricoh CX4 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the P300 vs the CX4.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P300 and CX4 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reviewing specs. The visual here will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the P300 and CX4.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon P300 to offer you greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern P300 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.