Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX2

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.

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.

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.

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.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the S5200 and CX2 is 95 and 93 respectively.

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.