Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh CX1
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Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 128g - 95 x 58 x 19mm
- Introduced February 2012
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-200mm (F3.3-5.2) lens
- 180g - 102 x 58 x 28mm
- Revealed February 2009

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh CX1 Overview
Here is a in depth assessment of the Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the S3300 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The S3300 was launched 2 years later than the CX1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the S3300 matches up versus the CX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh CX1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S3300 and Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S3300 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S3300 over the Ricoh CX1
S3300 | CX1 | |||
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Revealed | February 2012 | ![]() | February 2009 | Fresher by 36 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Nikon S3300
CX1 | S3300 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S3300 and Ricoh CX1
S3300 | CX1 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon S3300 has got outer measurements of 95mm x 58mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX1 has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh CX1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S3300 compared to the CX1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S3300 and CX1 is 96 and 93 respectively.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the S3300 and CX1.
To sum up, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S3300 to provide extra detail utilizing its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images far more aggressively. The more modern S3300 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh CX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S3300 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Ricoh CX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S3300 | Ricoh CX1 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2009-02-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | 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 | 16 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.3-5.2 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | 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 720p (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 | 128 grams (0.28 lb) | 180 grams (0.40 lb) |
Dimensions | 95 x 58 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | 180 photographs | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | DB-70 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $99 | $299 |