Nikon S33 vs Ricoh CX2
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Nikon S33 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 13MP - 1/3.1" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- Digital Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 30-90mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 221g - 110 x 66 x 27mm
- Announced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched August 2009

Nikon S33 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Below is a thorough overview of the Nikon S33 vs Ricoh CX2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the S33 (13MP) and CX2 (9MP) and the S33 (1/3.1") and CX2 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor dimensions.

The S33 was unveiled 5 years later than the CX2 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the S33 grades versus the CX2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S33 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Ricoh CX2. The full galleries are available at Nikon S33 Gallery and Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S33 over the Ricoh CX2
S33 | CX2 | |||
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Launched | February 2015 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 67 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Nikon S33
CX2 | S33 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S33 and Ricoh CX2
S33 | CX2 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | No Touch screen |
Nikon S33 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon S33 provides physical measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) and the Ricoh CX2 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S33 vs Ricoh CX2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the S33 compared to the CX2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S33 and CX2 is 91 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S33 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading technical specs. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S33 and CX2.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S33 using its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh tougher and the Nikon S33 will offer greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The younger S33 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.

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Nikon S33 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S33 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S33 | Ricoh CX2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2015-02-10 | 2009-08-20 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/3.1" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 4.7 x 3.5mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 16.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 13 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Maximum resolution | 4160 x 3120 | 3456 x 2592 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 30-90mm (3.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 5cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.7 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.7fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 3.10 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30p, 25p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p), 320 x 240 (30p, 25p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 221 grams (0.49 pounds) | 185 grams (0.41 pounds) |
Dimensions | 110 x 66 x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") | 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 life | 220 shots | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, smile timer) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $150 | $341 |