Nikon P530 vs Ricoh CX6

Below is a comprehensive assessment of the Nikon P530 versus Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the P530 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but they possess the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The P530 was introduced 2 years later than the CX6 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon P530 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the P530 grades versus the CX6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P530 and Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are available at Nikon P530 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon P530 provides outside dimensions of 123mm x 84mm x 98mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon P530 versus Ricoh CX6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the P530 and the CX6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the P530 and CX6 is 67 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The graphic below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the P530 and CX6.

All in all, each of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You should expect the Nikon P530 to deliver extra detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern P530 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.