Nikon S30 vs Ricoh CX6

Its time to look more in depth at the Nikon S30 versus Ricoh CX6, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Ricoh. The image resolution of the S30 (10MP) and the CX6 (10MP) is relatively comparable but the S30 (1/3") and CX6 (1/2.3") provide different sensor dimensions.

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The S30 was announced 3 months later than the CX6 so they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the S30 scores against the CX6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Coolpix S30 & Ricoh CX6. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S30 Gallery & Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon S30 enjoys exterior measurements of 102mm x 65mm x 40mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX6 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S30 versus Ricoh CX6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the S30 against the CX6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S30 and CX6 is 90 and 92 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by going through a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S30 and CX6.

Clearly, both the cameras feature the identical MP albeit different sensor sizing. The S30 offers the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallow depth of field harder.