Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2
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![Nikon Coolpix S5200 front Nikon Coolpix S5200 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200/Nikon-S5200-front.jpg)
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Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 3200
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-156mm (F) lens
- 146g - 98 x 58 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 185g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Released August 2009
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Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the S5200 (16MP) and CX2 (9MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
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The S5200 was announced 3 years later than the CX2 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).
Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the S5200 scores against the CX2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5200 & Ricoh CX2. The whole galleries are available at Nikon S5200 Gallery & Ricoh CX2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Ricoh CX2
S5200 | CX2 | |||
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Released | January 2013 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 42 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX2 over the Nikon S5200
CX2 | S5200 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Sharper display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Ricoh CX2
S5200 | CX2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lack of Touch display |
Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S5200 comes with outside dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX2 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the S5200 compared to the CX2.
![Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 size comparison Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Ricoh-CX2-size-comparison.jpg)
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S5200 and CX2 is 95 and 93 respectively.
![Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 top view buttons comparison Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Ricoh-CX2-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by reading through technical specs. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5200 and CX2.
As you can tell, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Nikon S5200 to give greater detail with its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more modern S5200 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
![Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 sensor size comparison Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Ricoh-CX2-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Ricoh-CX2-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Ricoh CX2 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Ricoh CX2 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2013-01-29 | 2009-08-20 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 9 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 1600 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 460k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | TFT-LCD with Anti-reflection coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 4s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 3.00 m (ISO 400) |
Flash settings | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 146 grams (0.32 lbs) | 185 grams (0.41 lbs) |
Dimensions | 98 x 58 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 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 | 160 images | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL19 | DB-70 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $130 | $341 |