Nikon S33 vs Ricoh CX6

Its time to take a closer look at the Nikon S33 versus Ricoh CX6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the S33 (13MP) and CX6 (10MP) and the S33 (1/3.1") and CX6 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor size.

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The S33 was revealed 3 years later than the CX6 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the S33 matches up versus the CX6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S33 and Ricoh CX6. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S33 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S33 has got external measurements of 110mm x 66mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") with a weight of 221 grams (0.49 lbs) while the Ricoh CX6 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Check the Nikon S33 versus Ricoh CX6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S33 against the CX6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the S33 and CX6 is 91 and 92 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The graphic underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the S33 and CX6.

All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The S33 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Nikon S33 will offer you more detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The newer S33 will have a benefit in sensor technology.