Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3
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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 CX3 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
- Announced January 2013
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 206g - 102 x 58 x 29mm
- Launched June 2010
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Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Nikon S5200 versus Ricoh CX3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Ricoh. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the S5200 (16MP) and CX3 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
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The S5200 was manufactured 2 years after the CX3 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the S5200 grades against the CX3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S5200 and Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S5200 Gallery and Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S5200 over the Ricoh CX3
S5200 | CX3 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | ![]() | June 2010 | More modern by 32 months |
Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Nikon S5200
CX3 | S5200 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+460k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S5200 and Ricoh CX3
S5200 | CX3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither includes selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon S5200 features external dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Ricoh CX3 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Look at the Nikon S5200 versus Ricoh CX3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the S5200 versus the CX3.
![Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 size comparison Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Ricoh-CX3-size-comparison.jpg)
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5200 and CX3 is 95 and 92 respectively.
![Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 top view buttons comparison Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Ricoh-CX3-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specs. The picture below should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5200 and CX3.
All in all, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Nikon S5200 to give more detail due to its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger S5200 will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
![Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 sensor size comparison Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Ricoh-CX3-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S5200 vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S5200-vs-Ricoh-CX3-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 CX3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S5200 | Ricoh CX3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2013-01-29 | 2010-06-16 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.16 x 4.62mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.5mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16MP | 10MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | - | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 125 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 26-156mm (6.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | - | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 920 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display 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 | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 146g (0.32 pounds) | 206g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical 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 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 | 160 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | EN-EL19 | DB-100 |
Self timer | - | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $130 | $329 |