Nikon P300 vs Ricoh CX6
92 Imaging
35 Features
44 Overall
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92 Imaging
34 Features
38 Overall
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Nikon P300 vs Ricoh CX6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-100mm (F1.8-4.9) lens
- 189g - 103 x 58 x 32mm
- Launched May 2011
- Later Model is Nikon P310
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 201g - 104 x 59 x 29mm
- Revealed November 2011

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh CX6 Overview
Below is a extensive review of the Nikon P300 versus Ricoh CX6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Ricoh. The resolution of the P300 (12MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is fairly similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The P300 was unveiled 5 months prior to the CX6 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before going through a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the P300 scores versus the CX6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh CX6 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P300 & Ricoh CX6. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon P300 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon P300 over the Ricoh CX6
P300 | CX6 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX6 over the Nikon P300
CX6 | P300 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Display resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 922k | Clearer display (+308k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon P300 and Ricoh CX6
P300 | CX6 | |||
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Revealed | May 2011 | ![]() | November 2011 | Similar age |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch display |
Nikon P300 vs Ricoh CX6 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon P300 comes with outside dimensions 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 CX6 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon P300 versus Ricoh CX6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the P300 compared to the CX6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P300 and CX6 is 92 and 92 respectively.

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh CX6 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing technical specs. The visual here will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the P300 and CX6.
As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can anticipate the Nikon P300 to offer you greater detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively.

Nikon P300 vs Ricoh CX6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon P300 vs Ricoh CX6 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix P300 | Ricoh CX6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix P300 | Ricoh CX6 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-05-31 | 2011-11-15 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed C2 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-100mm (4.2x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/1.8-4.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 922k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen tech | TFT-LCD with anti-reflection coating | Sony WhiteMagic VGA LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 8 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 7.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.50 m | 4.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure 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 (15, 30fps), 1280 x 720p (15, 30, 60 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 120 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 189g (0.42 lb) | 201g (0.44 lb) |
Dimensions | 103 x 58 x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 104 x 59 x 29mm (4.1" 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 | 240 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (10 or 2 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $500 | $595 |