Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh CX3
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92 Imaging
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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh CX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.9-5.8) lens
- 175g - 96 x 62 x 23mm
- Launched August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Announced June 2010
Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh CX3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S1000pj (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe S1000pj was launched 10 months before the CX3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the S1000pj scores versus the CX3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S1000pj and Ricoh CX3. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S1000pj Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S1000pj over the Ricoh CX3
S1000pj | CX3 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Nikon S1000pj
CX3 | S1000pj | |||
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Announced | June 2010 | August 2009 | More recent by 10 months | |
Focus manually | Dial precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Clearer display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh CX3
S1000pj | CX3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon S1000pj features physical dimensions of 96mm x 62mm x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh CX3 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Compare the Nikon S1000pj and Ricoh CX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the S1000pj and the CX3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S1000pj and CX3 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualise the difference in sensor measurements just by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph here might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the S1000pj and CX3.
Clearly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S1000pj to produce greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older S1000pj will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Nikon S1000pj vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S1000pj | Ricoh CX3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface 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 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.9-5.8 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 920 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 8 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 175 gr (0.39 pounds) | 206 gr (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 62 x 23mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.9") | 102 x 58 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 model | EN-EL12 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $289 | $329 |