Nikon P950 vs Ricoh CX6

Below is a detailed assessment of the Nikon P950 versus Ricoh CX6, both Small Sensor Superzoom digital cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the P950 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The P950 was manufactured 8 years later than the CX6 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon P950 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Ricoh CX6 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the P950 scores against the CX6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix P950 and Ricoh CX6. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P950 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon P950 has physical measurements of 140mm x 110mm x 150mm (5.5" x 4.3" x 5.9") accompanied by a weight of 1005 grams (2.22 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon P950 versus Ricoh CX6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the P950 vs the CX6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the P950 and CX6 is 52 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the P950 and CX6.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Nikon P950 to offer more detail due to its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The younger P950 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.