Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh CX4
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Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh CX4 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-196mm (F3.7-5.6) lens
- 156g - 97 x 55 x 25mm
- Launched February 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- 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 August 2010
Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh CX4 Overview
Below is a detailed assessment of the Nikon S6000 and Ricoh CX4, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the S6000 (14MP) and CX4 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe S6000 was launched 6 months prior to the CX4 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise overview of how the S6000 scores against the CX4 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh CX4 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix S6000 and Ricoh CX4. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon S6000 Gallery and Ricoh CX4 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S6000 over the Ricoh CX4
S6000 | CX4 |
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Reasons to pick Ricoh CX4 over the Nikon S6000
CX4 | S6000 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display size | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 920k | 230k | Crisper display (+690k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon S6000 and Ricoh CX4
S6000 | CX4 | |||
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Launched | February 2010 | August 2010 | Similar generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Missing Touch friendly display |
Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh CX4 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S6000 offers physical dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 156 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Ricoh CX4 has sizing of 102mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 205 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check out the Nikon S6000 and Ricoh CX4 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the S6000 and the CX4.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S6000 and CX4 is 94 and 92 respectively.
Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh CX4 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6000 and CX4.
As you can see, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should expect to see the Nikon S6000 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively.
Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh CX4 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon S6000 vs Ricoh CX4 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Ricoh CX4 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Ricoh |
Model type | Nikon Coolpix S6000 | Ricoh CX4 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-02-03 | 2010-08-19 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Smooth Imaging Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-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 | 14 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-196mm (7.0x) | 28-300mm (10.7x) |
Max aperture | f/3.7-5.6 | f/3.5-5.6 |
Macro focusing range | 2cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | - | 4.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB 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 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 156 grams (0.34 lb) | 205 grams (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 55 x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") | 102 x 59 x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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-EL12 | DB-100 |
Self timer | Yes (3 sec or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 10 or Custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at release | $300 | $211 |