Nikon S6100 vs Ricoh CX6

Lets look a little more closely at the Nikon S6100 vs Ricoh CX6, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Ricoh. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the S6100 (16MP) and CX6 (10MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The S6100 was revealed 9 months before the CX6 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting straight to a full comparison, here is a simple summary of how the S6100 scores against the CX6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S6100 and Ricoh CX6. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon S6100 Gallery and Ricoh CX6 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon S6100 enjoys exterior dimensions of 98mm x 58mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 175 grams (0.39 lbs) and the Ricoh CX6 has sizing of 104mm x 59mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 201 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon S6100 vs Ricoh CX6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the S6100 compared to the CX6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the S6100 and CX6 is 93 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking specs. The image underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S6100 and CX6.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Nikon S6100 to give you more detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged S6100 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.