Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX1

The following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon S5200 and Ricoh CX1, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the S5200 (16MP) and CX1 (9MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The S5200 was released 4 years after the CX1 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the S5200 grades vs the CX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5200 & Ricoh CX1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery & Ricoh CX1 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon S5200 enjoys outer measurements of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Ricoh CX1 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs).

Compare the Nikon S5200 and Ricoh CX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the S5200 against the CX1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and CX1 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking technical specs. The picture here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the S5200 and CX1.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S5200 to resolve greater detail as a result of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The more recent S5200 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.