Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX5
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Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX5 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
- Introduced August 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-300mm (F3.5-5.6) lens
- 205g - 102 x 59 x 29mm
- Launched July 2011

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX5 Overview
In this article, we will be analyzing the Nikon S570 and Ricoh CX5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Nikon and Ricoh. The sensor resolution of the S570 (12MP) and the CX5 (10MP) is pretty comparable and they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The S570 was released 23 months prior to the CX5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise summary of how the S570 scores versus the CX5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix S570 and Ricoh CX5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon S570 Gallery and Ricoh CX5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S570 over the Ricoh CX5
S570 | CX5 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX5 over the Nikon S570
CX5 | S570 | |||
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Launched | July 2011 | ![]() | August 2009 | Fresher by 23 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 920k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S570 and Ricoh CX5
S570 | CX5 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Absent Touch screen |
Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX5 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon S570 has physical dimensions of 92mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 140 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Ricoh CX5 has specifications of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Nikon S570 and Ricoh CX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the S570 compared to the CX5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S570 and CX5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX5 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the S570 and CX5.
To sum up, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Nikon S570 to provide greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a little more aggressively. The older S570 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon S570 vs Ricoh CX5 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S570 | Ricoh CX5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S570 | Ricoh CX5 |
Type | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2009-08-04 | 2011-07-19 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing 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 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.7-6.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focus range | 3cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 920k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 5.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | - | 4.00 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | - | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 140g (0.31 lbs) | 205g (0.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 92 x 57 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 102 x 59 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 model | EN-EL10 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $180 | $399 |