Nikon P330 vs Ricoh CX1

In this write-up, we are analyzing the Nikon P330 versus Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the P330 (12MP) and CX1 (9MP) and the P330 (1/1.7") and CX1 (1/2.3") possess different sensor measurements.

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The P330 was announced 4 years later than the CX1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the P330 grades against the CX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix P330 & Ricoh CX1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P330 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon P330 enjoys external measurements of 103mm x 58mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the P330 and the CX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the P330 and CX1 is 92 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at specs. The visual underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the P330 and CX1.

All in all, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The P330 having a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon P330 will give extra detail with its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The fresher P330 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.