Nikon S100 vs Ricoh CX1

Following is a thorough overview of the Nikon S100 and Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the S100 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The S100 was introduced 2 years after the CX1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S100 scores versus the CX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S100 & Ricoh CX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon S100 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon S100 has external dimensions of 99mm x 65mm x 18mm (3.9" x 2.6" x 0.7") with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon S100 and Ricoh CX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the S100 vs the CX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the S100 and CX1 is 94 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes merely by going over specifications. The image underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the S100 and CX1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Nikon S100 to offer you greater detail using its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more recent S100 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.