Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX3
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Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.7-6.6) lens
- 140g - 92 x 57 x 22mm
- Launched August 2009
(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
- Announced June 2010

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX3 Overview
On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon S570 and Ricoh CX3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the CX3 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The S570 was brought out 10 months prior to the CX3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the S570 grades versus the CX3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX3 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S570 & Ricoh CX3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon S570 Gallery & Ricoh CX3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Ricoh CX3
S570 | CX3 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX3 over the Nikon S570
CX3 | S570 | |||
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Announced | June 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More recent by 10 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focusing | ||
Display dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Ricoh CX3
S570 | CX3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX3 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon S570 offers exterior measurements of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Ricoh CX3 has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon S570 and Ricoh CX3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S570 vs the CX3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the S570 and CX3 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the S570 and CX3.
To sum up, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You can anticipate the Nikon S570 to provide greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older S570 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX3 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Ricoh CX3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Ricoh CX3 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2009-08-04 | 2010-06-16 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Largest aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 3cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 pounds) | 206g (0.45 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" 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 ID | EN-EL10 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $180 | $329 |