Nikon S4300 vs Ricoh CX1
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Nikon S4300 vs Ricoh CX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-156mm (F3.5-6.5) lens
- 139g - 96 x 59 x 21mm
- 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
- Announced February 2009
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In this article, we are looking at the Nikon S4300 and Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the S4300 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe S4300 was brought out 2 years later than the CX1 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the S4300 grades against the CX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S4300 and Ricoh CX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon S4300 Gallery and Ricoh CX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S4300 over the Ricoh CX1
| S4300 | CX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | February 2012 |  | February 2009 | More recent by 36 months |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX1 over the Nikon S4300
| CX1 | S4300 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | More precise focusing | ||
| Display resolution | 920k |  | 460k | Crisper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S4300 and Ricoh CX1
| S4300 | CX1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 3" | Equivalent display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon S4300 vs Ricoh CX1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Nikon S4300 has got outer measurements of 96mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).
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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the S4300 against the CX1.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S4300 and CX1 is 95 and 93 respectively.
Nikon S4300 vs Ricoh CX1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be tough to envision the difference in sensor measurements purely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the S4300 and CX1.
As you have seen, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Nikon S4300 to provide more detail having its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent S4300 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon S4300 vs Ricoh CX1 Specifications
| Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Ricoh CX1 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Ricoh |
| Model type | Nikon Coolpix S4300 | Ricoh CX1 |
| Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Introduced | 2012-02-01 | 2009-02-19 |
| Physical type | Compact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | - | 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 area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 9 megapixels |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
| Maximum resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
| Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-200mm (7.1x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-6.5 | f/3.3-5.2 |
| Macro focusing range | 5cm | 1cm |
| Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 460k dots | 920k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Screen technology | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 4 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | - | 3.00 m |
| Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow-sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| 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 proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 139 gr (0.31 lb) | 180 gr (0.40 lb) |
| Dimensions | 96 x 59 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.8") | 102 x 58 x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 180 photographs | - |
| Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
| Battery ID | EN-EL19 | DB-70 |
| Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $119 | $299 |